Tips to open HTI file
Can't open the HTI file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open HTI files as well as a list of programs that support HTI files.
HTI file extension
| File Name |
Microsoft Windows WinHelp Related |
| File Developer |
Microsoft Corporation |
| File Category |
Misc Files |
The HTI file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the HTI files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the HTI file on each system platform.
What is HTI file?
The HTI file has been categorized as Misc Files. The author of this format is Microsoft Corporation. In addition to this file, the Misc Files category includes 6033 related files. Microsoft Windows WinHelp Related is supported by 1 operating systems. These systems consist of Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. The main program that supports this format is Microsoft Windows. This was created by Microsoft Corporation.
How to open HTI file?
The main problem with Microsoft Windows WinHelp Related is that the HTI file is incorrectly associated with programs. This is manifested by the fact that HTI files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the HTI 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 Microsoft Windows
An often overlooked issue is to make sure that Microsoft Windows is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing Microsoft Windows into the operating system search engine. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Below you will find a list of applications that support HTI files.
Programs to open HTI file
Remember to download programs supporting HTI files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Microsoft Windows with HTI files
If, despite the installed application, the HTI file does not start in the Microsoft Windows application, you must create a file association. The association can be created using the drop-down list available by right-clicking on the file and selecting Properties. The window will show, among other things, the type of the file and the information by which the program is used to launch the file. Using the "Change" button we can set the program to handle this type. 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. The "always use the selected program ..." field will set the Microsoft Windows application as the default for handling the HTI file.
Step 3. Update Microsoft Windows to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the Microsoft Windows program, it is possible that Microsoft Windows WinHelp Related requires a newer version of the program. This can be done using the application (if it provides such options) or from the Microsoft Corporation website and install the latest version.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the HTI file
Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. File problems can be divided into the following:
Very often, the file may be size 0 or incomplete. This suggests truncating the HTI file contents when downloading or copying. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. If this is not possible, you can use the online scanner. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file HTI or the program directory. Sometimes virus-infected HTI files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the HTI files changes over time. Help should be sought from the software developer, as they usually recommend using free file converters or installing an older version of the program.
There can be many reasons for the failure. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair HTI file corruption. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact Microsoft Corporation
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted HTI 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.
The operating system protects files in some locations (e.g. the root of the system partition) against unauthorized access. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. Copying the HTI file to another location will fix the problem.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Just close unnecessary programs. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. However, some background programs may block the HTI file while scanning. If the problem persists, restart the machine.
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