CRASHED File Extension

What is CRASHED file?

CRASHED is a file extension commonly associated with AbiWord Crash-Saved Document files. AbiWord Crash-Saved Document format was developed by AbiSource. CRASHED files are supported by software applications available for devices running Linux, Mac OS, Windows. Files with CRASHED extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. The most popular program for handling CRASHED files is AbiWord, but users can choose among 2 different programs that support this file format. AbiWord software was developed by The AbiSource Community, and on its official website you may find more information about CRASHED files or the AbiWord software program.

Programs which support CRASHED file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open CRASHED files divided into 3 categories according to system platform supported. Files with CRASHED 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 CRASHED extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening CRASHED files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with CRASHED 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. Install AbiWord software

Problems with opening and working with CRASHED files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with CRASHED files being present on your machine. To address this issue, go to the AbiWord developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy 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 AbiWord installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit The AbiSource Community website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update AbiWord to the latest version

If you already have AbiWord installed on your systems and CRASHED 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 AbiWord installed, it may not support CRASHED format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using AbiWord.

Step 3. Assign AbiWord to CRASHED files

If you have the latest version of AbiWord installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage CRASHED on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the CRASHED with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where AbiWord is installed, check the Always use this app to open CRASHED files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the CRASHED file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with CRASHED extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the CRASHED for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the CRASHED file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the CRASHED file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the CRASHED is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the CRASHED file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If you obtained the problematic CRASHED 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. When downloading the file with CRASHED extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

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

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

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with AbiWord Crash-Saved Document files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with CRASHED files affecting older versions of given software.

Do you want to help?

If you have additional information about the CRASHED 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 CRASHED file.