CAG File Extension

What is CAG file?

CAG is a file extension commonly associated with ClipArt Gallery Package files. ClipArt Gallery Package specification was created by Microsoft. CAG file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with CAG extension are categorized as Vector Image Files files. The Vector Image Files subset comprises 138 various file formats. Users are advised to use Microsoft Clip Gallery software for managing CAG files, although 4 other programs can also handle this type of file.

Programs which support CAG file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support CAG files. Files with CAG 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 CAG extension?

Being unable to open files with CAG extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with CAG extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Download and install Microsoft Clip Gallery

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports CAG files installed on the system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing Microsoft Clip Gallery or different compatible program, such as PowerPoint, Microsoft Works, Microsoft Publisher. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support CAG files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download Microsoft Clip Gallery installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit website and download from their official repositories.

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

If you already have Microsoft Clip Gallery installed on your systems and CAG files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that Microsoft Clip Gallery cannot handle files with CAG may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of Microsoft Clip Gallery should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Microsoft Clip Gallery to CAG files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate CAG files with latest version of Microsoft Clip Gallery you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the CAG file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Microsoft Clip Gallery installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open CAG files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected CAG 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 Microsoft Clip Gallery and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with CAG extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the CAG 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 CAG file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. The CAG may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the CAG file hinders attempts to open it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. CAG file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

If you obtained the problematic CAG file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. 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. It could happen the the download process of file with CAG extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

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

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 ClipArt Gallery Package file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Microsoft Clip Gallery

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

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 ClipArt Gallery Package files. It may be the case that the CAG files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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