CATOM File Extension

What is CATOM file?

Full format name of files that use CATOM extension is Chief Architect Catalogue. Chief Architect, Inc. defined the Chief Architect Catalogue format standard. CATOM file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. CATOM file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. The software recommended for managing CATOM files is Chief Architect. Software named Chief Architect was created by Chief Architect, Inc.. In order to find more detailed information on the software and CATOM files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support CATOM file extension

The following listing features CATOM-compatible programs. Files with CATOM 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 CATOM extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening CATOM files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with CATOM files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install Chief Architect software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening CATOM files is that no program that can handle CATOM files is installed on user’s system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Chief Architect. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support CATOM files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download Chief Architect installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Chief Architect, Inc. website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Chief Architect

You still cannot access CATOM files although Chief Architect is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. This can be one of the causes why CATOM files are not compatible with Chief Architect. The most recent version of Chief Architect is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Chief Architect Catalogue files with Chief Architect

After installing Chief Architect (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open CATOM files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the CATOM with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Chief Architect is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open CATOM files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the CATOM file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select Chief Architect and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with CATOM extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the CATOM is not faulty

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper CATOM file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

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

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

If you obtained the problematic CATOM file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. It could happen the the download process of file with CATOM extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Chief Architect Catalogue file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Chief Architect

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

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Chief Architect Catalogue file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle CATOM files.

Do you want to help?

If you have additional information about the CATOM file, we will be grateful if you share it with our users. To do this, use the form here and send us your information on CATOM file.