Tips to open SMS file
Can't open the SMS file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open SMS files as well as a list of programs that support SMS files.
SMS file extension
| File Name |
Exported SMS Text Message |
| File Category |
Text Files |
The SMS file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the SMS files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the SMS file on each system platform.
What is SMS file?
The SMS file has been categorized as Text Files. Additionally, the Text Files category contains 440 of other files. Exported SMS Text Message is most often found on 2 operating systems. The file will work on Mac OS, Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. There are also 1 alternative programs to handle the SMS file. MyPhoneExplorer will apply when it is not possible to use Text editor.
How to open SMS file?
The main problem with Exported SMS Text Message is that the SMS file is incorrectly associated with programs. This causes the file SMS 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 SMS 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. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name Text editor in it. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Below is a list of programs that support the file SMS.
Programs to open SMS file
Remember to download programs supporting SMS files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Text editor with SMS files
However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the SMS file to open in the Text editor application, but you can set it manually. 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. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. 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 Text editor application as the default for handling the SMS file.
Step 3. Update Text editor to the latest version
If, however, after binding Text editor with Exported SMS Text Message there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the SMS file
Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. The most common file problems are:
The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. This suggests truncating the SMS file contents when downloading or copying. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The computer may have fallen victim to a computer virus or hacker. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our SMS file. However, remember that not every infected SMS 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 SMS file. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
There can be many reasons for the failure. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular SMS file corruption.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted SMS 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 operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. 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 SMS file to another location.
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. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the SMS 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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