ATI File Extension

What is ATI file?

ATI filename suffix is mostly used for Office Accounting Updated Company Format files. Microsoft defined the Office Accounting Updated Company Format format standard. Files with ATI extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. ATI file format, along with 243 other file formats, belongs to the Backup Files category. Microsoft Office is by far the most used program for working with ATI files. Microsoft Office software was developed by Microsoft Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about ATI files or the Microsoft Office software program.

Programs which support ATI file extension

The following listing features ATI-compatible programs. Files with ATI suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with ATI extension?

Problems with accessing ATI may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with ATI files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with ATI files.

Step 1. Install Microsoft Office software

Problems with opening and working with ATI files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with ATI files being present on your machine. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Microsoft Office and install it on your device. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support ATI files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading Microsoft Office installed is by going to developer’s website (Microsoft Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of Microsoft Office and update if needed

If the problems with opening ATI files still occur even after installing Microsoft Office, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Microsoft Office is available. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. This can be one of the causes why ATI files are not compatible with Microsoft Office. The latest version of Microsoft Office should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Microsoft Office to ATI files

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

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the ATI with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Microsoft Office installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open ATI files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the ATI file and select 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 ATI extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the ATI is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the ATI file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

Should it happed that the ATI is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the ATI file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the ATI file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the ATI file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. If the ATI file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Microsoft Office

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Office Accounting Updated Company Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the ATI files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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