Tips to open QQ file
Can't open the QQ file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open QQ files as well as a list of programs that support QQ files.
QQ file extension
| File Name |
BLU Archive |
| File Developer |
Andy Nicholas |
| File Category |
Data Files |
The QQ file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the QQ files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the QQ file on each system platform.
What is QQ file?
The file in the QQ format belongs to the Data Files category. It was designed by Andy Nicholas. Additionally, the Data Files category contains 1326 of other files. BLU Archive is most often found on 1 operating systems. The file will work on Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The main program that supports this format is ShrinkIt. This was created by Andy Nicholas.
How to open QQ file?
The main problem with BLU Archive is that the QQ file is incorrectly associated with programs. Thus, when you open QQ, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. This problem can be easily remedied.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the QQ 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 ShrinkIt
In this case, you should first verify that the ShrinkIt application is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name ShrinkIt into the system search engine. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open QQ files.
Programs to open QQ file
Remember to download programs supporting QQ files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of ShrinkIt with QQ files
If, despite the installed application, the QQ file does not start in the ShrinkIt application, you must create a file association. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. 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. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. The "always use the selected program ..." field will set the ShrinkIt application as the default for handling the QQ file.
Step 3. Update ShrinkIt to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the ShrinkIt program, it is possible that BLU Archive requires a newer version of the program. In this case, use the Andy Nicholas website or update the program from the application.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the QQ 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:
The QQ file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the QQ file. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file QQ or the program directory. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover QQ files, which are deleted if there is a backup of this file, then after restoring it, it must also be scanned.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the QQ file. Help should be sought from the software developer, as they usually recommend using free file converters or installing an older version of the program.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular QQ file corruption. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact Andy Nicholas
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted QQ 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. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. If possible, you can try to move the QQ file to another location.
This problem usually affects more complex files. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Just close unnecessary programs. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If this does not work either, restart the device.
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