ASTA File Extension

What is ASTA file?

ASTA is a file extension commonly associated with Astah Project Format files. ASTA files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. ASTA file belongs to the Developer Files category just like 1205 other filename extensions listed in our database. The software recommended for managing ASTA files is JUDE/Professional (Astah). JUDE/Professional (Astah) software was developed by Change Vision, Inc., and on its official website you may find more information about ASTA files or the JUDE/Professional (Astah) software program.

Programs which support ASTA file extension

The following listing features ASTA-compatible programs. ASTA files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Updated: 10/09/2020

How to open file with ASTA extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening ASTA files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with ASTA 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. Download and install JUDE/Professional (Astah)

Problems with opening and working with ASTA files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with ASTA files being present on your machine. To address this issue, go to the JUDE/Professional (Astah) developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading JUDE/Professional (Astah) installed is by going to developer’s website (Change Vision, Inc.) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of JUDE/Professional (Astah)

If the problems with opening ASTA files still occur even after installing JUDE/Professional (Astah), it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of JUDE/Professional (Astah) is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. If you have an older version of JUDE/Professional (Astah) installed, it may not support ASTA format. The most recent version of JUDE/Professional (Astah) is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign JUDE/Professional (Astah) to ASTA files

After installing JUDE/Professional (Astah) (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open ASTA files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the ASTA with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where JUDE/Professional (Astah) is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open ASTA files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected ASTA file open the file menu and choose Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with ASTA extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

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

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the ASTA file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Verify that the ASTA in question is not infected with a computer virus

Should it happed that the ASTA is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. ASTA file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Verify that the ASTA file’s structure is intact

Did you receive the ASTA file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. It could happen the the download process of file with ASTA extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Astah Project Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle JUDE/Professional (Astah)

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with ASTA extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Astah Project Format files. It may be the case that the ASTA files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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