Tips to open GALAXY file

Can't open the GALAXY file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open GALAXY files as well as a list of programs that support GALAXY files.

GALAXY file extension

File Name Blizzard Galaxy Format
File Developer Blizzard Entertainment
File Category Game Files

The GALAXY file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the GALAXY files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the GALAXY file on each system platform.

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What is GALAXY file?

The file in the GALAXY format belongs to the Game Files category. It was designed by Blizzard Entertainment. Game Files consists of 1509 similar files. Blizzard Galaxy Format appears on 2 operating systems as a functional file. These systems consist of Mac OS, Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. The TextEdit application is recommended to open the file. It was released by Apple, Inc.. This file type can also be opened by 6 other programs. You can use MacVim, Text editor, StarCraft II, Windows Notepad in case TextEdit cannot be used.

How to open GALAXY file?

The most common problem when using Blizzard Galaxy Format is that a specific GALAXY is not associated with the program. This causes the file GALAXY to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. How to solve such a problem?

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the GALAXY file icon you want to open. If the operating system has an appropriate application to support it and there is also an association between the file and the program, the file should be opened.

Step 1. Install TextEdit

An often overlooked issue is to make sure that TextEdit is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing TextEdit into the operating system search engine. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Below you will find a list of applications that support GALAXY files.

Step 2. Create association of TextEdit with GALAXY files

However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the GALAXY file to open in the TextEdit application, but you can set it manually. The association can be created using the drop-down list available by right-clicking on the file and selecting Properties. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of file. Using the "Change" button we can select the desired program. The program should be visible in the window, otherwise it should be selected manually using the "Browse" button and the program installation directory should be indicated. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the GALAXY file with the TextEdit application.

Step 3. Update TextEdit to the latest version

If, despite the association of the TextEdit program with the Blizzard Galaxy Format file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the Apple, Inc. page and install.

Step 4. Check for the following problems with the GALAXY file

Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. The most common file problems are:

The GALAXY file may be unusually small compared to the original file. Usually this applies to GALAXY files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. The file should be downloaded again, making sure that the process has finished correctly.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our GALAXY file. Sometimes virus-infected GALAXY files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
Older version of GALAXY file may not always be supported by the latest software version. On their websites, developers usually offer free solutions to such problems, e.g. in the form of a conversion program or an older version of the program.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair GALAXY file corruption. You can restore the file from a backup or use Blizzard Entertainment help.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted GALAXY files can be used by the device on which they were encrypted, on any other device it is required to have the appropriate cryptographic key and decrypt the file before its recovery.
Some of the system directories are excluded from modification. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. If possible, you can try to move the GALAXY file to another location.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Just close unnecessary programs. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the GALAXY file again. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the GALAXY file for a certain period of time. If nothing helps, please reset the device.