Tips to open README file
Can't open the README file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open README files as well as a list of programs that support README files.
README file extension
The README file is supported on 3 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the README files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the README file on each system platform.
What is README file?
The file in the README format belongs to the Text Files category. Additionally, the Text Files category contains 440 of other files. Readme Format is supported by 3 operating systems. These systems consist of Linux, Mac OS, Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. Alternatively, you can use 4 other programs. TextEdit, gedit, Windows Notepad, NotePad++ text editor will apply when it is not possible to use Text editor.
How to open README file?
An often recurring problem with Readme Format is that README is not associated with the correct program file. This is manifested by the fact that README files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. How to solve such a problem?
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the README 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 Text editor
In this case, you should first verify that the Text editor application is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing Text editor into the operating system search engine. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Below is a list of programs that support the file README.
Programs to open README file
Remember to download programs supporting README files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Text editor with README files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the README file still does not use the Text editor program, it means no association. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. 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. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the README file with the Text editor application.
Step 3. Update Text editor to the latest version
If, despite the association of the Text editor program with the Readme Format file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the README 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. Usually this applies to README files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file README or the program directory. However, remember that not every infected README file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the README file. 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.
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 README file corruption.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted README files cannot be played on other computers than the one on which they were encrypted, they must be decrypted before using on another device.
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. If possible, you can try to move the README file to another location.
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. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file README to close. However, some background programs may block the README file while scanning. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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