Tips to open SCRATCH file
Can't open the SCRATCH file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open SCRATCH files as well as a list of programs that support SCRATCH files.
SCRATCH file extension
| File Name |
Scratch Project Format |
| File Developer |
MIT |
| File Category |
Developer Files |
The SCRATCH file is supported on 3 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the SCRATCH files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the SCRATCH file on each system platform.
What is SCRATCH file?
The file in the SCRATCH format belongs to the Developer Files category. It was designed by MIT. Developer Files consists of 1205 similar files. Scratch Project Format appears on 3 operating systems as a functional file. These systems consist of Linux, Mac OS, Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. The Scratch application is recommended to open the file. It was released by MIT Media Lab. There are also 3 alternative programs to handle the SCRATCH file. BYOB will apply when it is not possible to use Scratch.
How to open SCRATCH file?
The main problem with Scratch Project Format is that the SCRATCH file is incorrectly associated with programs. This causes the file SCRATCH to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. This problem can be easily remedied.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the SCRATCH 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 Scratch
The first step is to check if the computer has the Scratch program installed. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name Scratch in it. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file SCRATCH with Scratch. Below is a list of programs that support the file SCRATCH.
Programs to open SCRATCH file
Remember to download programs supporting SCRATCH files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Scratch with SCRATCH files
If, despite the installed application, the SCRATCH file does not start in the Scratch 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 displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of file. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. 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 Scratch application as the default for handling the SCRATCH file.
Step 3. Update Scratch to the latest version
If, however, after binding Scratch with Scratch Project Format there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the MIT Media Lab page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the SCRATCH file
The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. File problems can be divided into the following:
Very often, the file may be size 0 or incomplete. Usually this applies to SCRATCH 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. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file SCRATCH or the program directory. Sometimes virus-infected SCRATCH files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the SCRATCH 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.
There can be many reasons for this. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair SCRATCH file corruption. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting MIT, but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted SCRATCH 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. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. Copying the SCRATCH file to another location will fix the problem.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the SCRATCH file for a certain period of time. If the problem persists, restart the machine.
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