Tips to open SHORTCUT file
Can't open the SHORTCUT file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open SHORTCUT files as well as a list of programs that support SHORTCUT files.
SHORTCUT file extension
| File Name |
Asutype Shortcut |
| File Developer |
Fanix Software |
| File Category |
Misc Files |
The SHORTCUT file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the SHORTCUT files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the SHORTCUT file on each system platform.
What is SHORTCUT file?
The SHORTCUT file has been categorized as Misc Files. It was designed by Fanix Software. Misc Files consists of 6033 similar files. Asutype Shortcut is most often found on 1 operating systems. The file will work on Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The Asutype application is recommended to open the file. It was released by Fanix Software.
How to open SHORTCUT file?
The main problem with Asutype Shortcut is that the SHORTCUT file is incorrectly associated with programs. This causes the file SHORTCUT to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the SHORTCUT 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 Asutype
In this case, you should first verify that the Asutype application is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name Asutype into the 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 SHORTCUT.
Programs to open SHORTCUT file
Remember to download programs supporting SHORTCUT files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Asutype with SHORTCUT files
If, despite the installed application, the SHORTCUT file does not start in the Asutype 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. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Using the "Change" button we can select the desired program. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the SHORTCUT file with the Asutype program.
Step 3. Update Asutype to the latest version
If, however, after binding Asutype with Asutype Shortcut 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 Fanix Software page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the SHORTCUT file
If the above steps do not help, you can assume that the file itself is not correct. This could be due to the file itself, the cleanest issues are:
The SHORTCUT file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This suggests truncating the SHORTCUT file contents when downloading or copying. The file should be downloaded again, making sure that the process has finished correctly.
The computer may have fallen victim to a computer virus or hacker. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the SHORTCUT file that we want to open. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover SHORTCUT 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 SHORTCUT 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 the failure. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair SHORTCUT file corruption. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting Fanix Software, but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted SHORTCUT 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 SHORTCUT file to another location will fix the problem.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. 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. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the SHORTCUT file again. 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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