BAD File Extension

What is BAD file?

Full format name of files that use BAD extension is Exchange Badmail Format. Exchange Badmail Format format was developed by Microsoft. BAD file format is compatible with software that can be installed on , Windows system platform. BAD file format, along with 440 other file formats, belongs to the Text Files category. Microsoft Exchange Server supports BAD files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 1 other tools may also be used. Microsoft Exchange Server software was developed by Microsoft Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about BAD files or the Microsoft Exchange Server software program.

Programs which support BAD file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 2 operating systems that support BAD files. Files with BAD extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

How to open file with BAD extension?

Being unable to open files with BAD extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with BAD extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Download and install Microsoft Exchange Server

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports BAD files installed on the system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing Microsoft Exchange Server or different compatible program, such as Oracle Database. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download Microsoft Exchange Server installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Microsoft Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update Microsoft Exchange Server to the latest version

If the problems with opening BAD files still occur even after installing Microsoft Exchange Server, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Microsoft Exchange Server 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 BAD files are not compatible with Microsoft Exchange Server. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Microsoft Exchange Server.

Step 3. Associate Exchange Badmail Format files with Microsoft Exchange Server

If you have the latest version of Microsoft Exchange Server installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage BAD on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the BAD file
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Microsoft Exchange Server is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open BAD files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the BAD file and select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with BAD extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the BAD for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the BAD file is valid. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

Should it happed that the BAD is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the BAD file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. BAD file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

Did you receive the BAD 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. When downloading the file with BAD extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Exchange Badmail Format file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Microsoft Exchange Server

If the systems has insufficient resources to open BAD files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

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 Exchange Badmail Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with BAD files affecting older versions of given software.

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