CIH File Extension

What is CIH file?

CIH is a file extension commonly associated with Chernobyl Virus Data Format files. CIH file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with CIH extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. Users are advised to use Avast Antivirus software for managing CIH files, although 8 other programs can also handle this type of file. Software named Avast Antivirus was created by AVAST Software a.s.. In order to find more detailed information on the software and CIH files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support CIH file extension

The following listing features CIH-compatible programs. CIH files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Updated: 12/28/2019

How to open file with CIH extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening CIH files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Chernobyl Virus Data Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with CIH files.

Step 1. Get the Avast Antivirus

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening CIH files is that no program that can handle CIH files is installed on user’s system. The most obvious solution is to download and install Avast Antivirus or one to the listed programs: AVG Internet Security, Avira AntiVir Personal, AVG Antivirus. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Avast Antivirus website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of Avast Antivirus and update if needed

If the problems with opening CIH files still occur even after installing Avast Antivirus, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Avast Antivirus is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of Avast Antivirus installed, it may not support CIH format. The most recent version of Avast Antivirus is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Avast Antivirus to CIH files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate CIH files with latest version of Avast Antivirus you have installed on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the CIH 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 Avast Antivirus is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open CIH files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected CIH file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select Avast Antivirus and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with CIH extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the CIH 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 CIH file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

If the CIH is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the CIH file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. CIH file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If you obtained the problematic CIH file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. 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 CIH file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Chernobyl Virus Data Format file again.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Avast Antivirus

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

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Chernobyl Virus Data Format files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with CIH files affecting older versions of given software.

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