DESKTOP File Extension

What is DESKTOP file?

DESKTOP filename suffix is mostly used for Desktop Entry Format files. Files with DESKTOP extension may be used by programs distributed for Linux, Windows platform. Files with DESKTOP extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. Object Desktop supports DESKTOP files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 2 other tools may also be used. On the official website of Stardock Corporation developer not only will you find detailed information about theObject Desktop software, but also about DESKTOP and other supported file formats.

Programs which support DESKTOP file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 2 operating systems that support DESKTOP files. DESKTOP 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 DESKTOP extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening DESKTOP files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with DESKTOP files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Get the Object Desktop

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening DESKTOP files is that no program that can handle DESKTOP files is installed on user’s system. The most obvious solution is to download and install Object Desktop or one to the listed programs: Referenced by various programs, DesktopX. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading Object Desktop installed is by going to developer’s website (Stardock Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of Object Desktop and update if needed

You still cannot access DESKTOP files although Object Desktop is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. If you have an older version of Object Desktop installed, it may not support DESKTOP 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 Object Desktop.

Step 3. Assign Object Desktop to DESKTOP files

If you have the latest version of Object Desktop installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage DESKTOP on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Change the default application in Windows

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

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected DESKTOP file open the file menu and choose Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with DESKTOP extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the DESKTOP is not faulty

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

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

If the DESKTOP is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the DESKTOP file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the DESKTOP file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. If the DESKTOP file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

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 Desktop Entry Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Object Desktop

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

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 Desktop Entry Format files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with DESKTOP files affecting older versions of given software.

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