4SW File Extension

What is 4SW file?

4SW is a file extension commonly associated with 4DOS Swap files. 4DOS Swap specification was created by JP software. 4SW files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. 4SW file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. The most popular software that supports 4SW files is 4DOS. 4DOS software was developed by JP software, and on its official website you may find more information about 4SW files or the 4DOS software program.

Programs which support 4SW file extension

Programs that can handle 4SW files are as follows. 4SW files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with 4SW extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening 4SW files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with 4SW files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Get the 4DOS

Problems with opening and working with 4SW files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with 4SW files being present on your machine. To address this issue, go to the 4DOS developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading 4DOS installed is by going to developer’s website (JP software) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update 4DOS to the latest version

If you already have 4DOS installed on your systems and 4SW files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. If you have an older version of 4DOS installed, it may not support 4SW format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using 4DOS.

Step 3. Assign 4DOS to 4SW files

If you have the latest version of 4DOS installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage 4SW on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the 4SW file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the 4DOS installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open 4SW files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with 4SW extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with 4SW extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Ensure that the 4SW file is complete and free of errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the 4SW file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. The 4SW may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

Should it happed that the 4SW is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the scanner detected that the 4SW file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Ensure the file with 4SW extension is complete and error-free

If you obtained the problematic 4SW file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. When downloading the file with 4SW extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the 4DOS Swap file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle 4DOS

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support 4SW files. Close all running programs and try opening the 4SW file.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with 4DOS Swap file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with 4SW files affecting older versions of given software.

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