Full format name of files that use BS2 extension is BASIC Stamp 2 Code Format. BASIC Stamp 2 Code Format specification was created by Parallax. BS2 files are supported by software applications available for devices running Linux, Mac OS, Windows. BS2 file belongs to the Developer Files category just like 1205 other filename extensions listed in our database. BASIC Stamp Windows Editor supports BS2 files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 4 other tools may also be used. On the official website of Parallax developer not only will you find detailed information about theBASIC Stamp Windows Editor software, but also about BS2 and other supported file formats.
The following list contains programs grouped by 3 operating systems that support BS2 files. BS2 files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.
Being unable to open files with BS2 extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to BASIC Stamp 2 Code Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.
The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports BS2 files installed on the system. This one is an easy one. Select BASIC Stamp Windows Editor or one of the recommended programs (for example, BASIC Stamp Macintosh Editor 2, Windows Notepad, NotePad++ text editor) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading BASIC Stamp Windows Editor installed is by going to developer’s website (Parallax) and downloading the software using provided links.
If you already have BASIC Stamp Windows Editor installed on your systems and BS2 files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. 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 BASIC Stamp Windows Editor installed, it may not support BS2 format. The most recent version of BASIC Stamp Windows Editor is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.
After installing BASIC Stamp Windows Editor (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open BS2 files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.
Change the default application in Windows
Change the default application in Mac OS
Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the BS2 file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.
If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the BS2 file hinders attempts to open it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the BS2 file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.
If the BS2 file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. If the BS2 file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.
Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.
If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with BS2 extension. In this case close the other applications.
Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with BASIC Stamp 2 Code Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the BS2 files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.
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