Tips to open TCAX file
Can't open the TCAX file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open TCAX files as well as a list of programs that support TCAX files.
TCAX file extension
| File Name |
TestComplete Events Project Format |
| File Category |
Misc Files |
The TCAX file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the TCAX files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the TCAX file on each system platform.
What is TCAX file?
The file in the TCAX format belongs to the Misc Files category. In addition to this file, the Misc Files category includes 6033 related files. TestComplete Events Project Format is most often found on 1 operating systems. The file will work on Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. It is recommended to use TestComplete to handle this file. This is a program created by SmartBear Software.
How to open TCAX file?
An often recurring problem with TestComplete Events Project Format is that TCAX is not associated with the correct program file. This causes the file TCAX 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 TCAX 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 TestComplete
An often overlooked issue is to make sure that TestComplete is installed on the computer. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name TestComplete in it. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Below you will find a list of applications that support TCAX files.
Programs to open TCAX file
Remember to download programs supporting TCAX files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of TestComplete with TCAX files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the TCAX file still does not use the TestComplete program, it means no association. The association can be created using the drop-down list available by right-clicking on the file and selecting Properties. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of 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. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the TCAX file with the TestComplete application.
Step 3. Update TestComplete to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the TestComplete program, it is possible that TestComplete Events Project Format requires a newer version of the program. This can be done using the application (if it provides such options) or from the SmartBear Software website and install the latest version.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the TCAX file
The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. The most common file problems are:
The TCAX file may be unusually small compared to the original file. Usually this applies to TCAX files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. If this is not possible, you can use the online scanner. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file TCAX or the program directory. However, remember that not every infected TCAX file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the TCAX files changes over time. 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. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged TCAX files. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting , 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 TCAX files cannot be played on other computers than the one on which they were encrypted, they must be decrypted before using on another device.
Some of the system directories are excluded from modification. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. Copying the TCAX file to another location will fix the problem.
This problem usually affects more complex files. In this case, the TCAX file is blocked by the first application to open it. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the TCAX file again. However, some background programs may block the TCAX file while scanning. If the problem persists, restart the machine.
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