BU File Extension

What is BU file?

BU is a file extension commonly associated with Pegasus Mail Temporary files. David Harris defined the Pegasus Mail Temporary format standard. BU file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with BU extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. The most popular software that supports BU files is Pegasus Mail. Pegasus Mail software was developed by David Harris, and on its official website you may find more information about BU files or the Pegasus Mail software program.

Programs which support BU file extension

Programs that can handle BU files are as follows. BU 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 BU extension?

Being unable to open files with BU extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with BU 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 BU files.

Step 1. Download and install Pegasus Mail

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports BU files installed on the system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Pegasus Mail. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. If you want to download Pegasus Mail installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit David Harris website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update Pegasus Mail to the latest version

If the problems with opening BU files still occur even after installing Pegasus Mail, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Pegasus Mail is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. This can be one of the causes why BU files are not compatible with Pegasus Mail. The latest version of Pegasus Mail should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Pegasus Mail to BU files

After installing Pegasus Mail (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open BU files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the BU 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 Pegasus Mail is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open BU files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected BU file open the file menu and choose 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 BU extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

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

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

1. Check the BU file for viruses or malware

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

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

Did you receive the BU file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. 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 BU file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Pegasus Mail Temporary file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle Pegasus Mail

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Pegasus Mail Temporary files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the BU files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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