Tips to open TXT file
Can't open the TXT file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open TXT files as well as a list of programs that support TXT files.
TXT file extension
| File Name |
Plain Text Format |
| File Category |
Text Files |
The TXT file is supported on 5 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the TXT files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the TXT file on each system platform.
What is TXT file?
The .TXT file is a text file. It is the primary file associated with the text editor. It contains unformatted text. The format is so popular and widespread that it is supported by all systems and devices. The files may differ in character encoding or form, but their handling is trivial. In addition to the basic editors, there are also those with a wider range of possibilities, such as vertical editing or mass editing. Basic editors may have trouble handling larger file sizes.
How to open TXT file?
An often recurring problem with Plain Text Format is that TXT is not associated with the correct program file. This causes the file TXT 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 TXT 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 TextEdit
The first step is to check if the computer has the TextEdit program installed. This can be achieved by typing TextEdit into the operating system search engine. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file TXT with TextEdit. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open TXT files.
Programs to open TXT file
Remember to download programs supporting TXT files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of TextEdit with TXT files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the TXT file still does not use the TextEdit program, it means no 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. 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. The "always use the selected program ..." field will set the TextEdit application as the default for handling the TXT file.
Step 3. Update TextEdit to the latest version
If, despite the association of the TextEdit program with the Plain Text Format file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the Apple, Inc. page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the TXT 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:
The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. Usually this applies to TXT 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. 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 TXT file. Sometimes virus-infected TXT files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the TXT files changes over time. 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. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular TXT file corruption. You can restore the file from a backup or use N/A help.
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted TXT 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 TXT 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. Just close unnecessary programs. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the TXT file again. However, some background programs may block the TXT file while scanning. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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