DOM File Extension

What is DOM file?

Full format name of files that use DOM extension is DomPlayer Malicious Data Format. DOM files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. Files with DOM 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 DOM files, although 10 other programs can also handle this type of file. Avast Antivirus software was developed by AVAST Software a.s., and on its official website you may find more information about DOM files or the Avast Antivirus software program.

Programs which support DOM file extension

Programs that can handle DOM files are as follows. DOM files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Updated: 11/06/2020

How to open file with DOM extension?

Problems with accessing DOM may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with DOM 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. Get the Avast Antivirus

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports DOM files installed on the system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing Avast Antivirus or different compatible program, such as Avira AntiVir Personal, BitDefender, ESET Nod32 Antivirus. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download Avast Antivirus installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit AVAST Software a.s. website and download from their official repositories.

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

If the problems with opening DOM files still occur even after installing Avast Antivirus, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software.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. 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 Avast Antivirus installed, it may not support DOM 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 Avast Antivirus.

Step 3. Associate DomPlayer Malicious Data Format files with Avast Antivirus

If you have the latest version of Avast Antivirus installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage DOM on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the DOM file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Avast Antivirus installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open DOM files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with DOM extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• 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 DOM extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the DOM 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 DOM file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. The DOM 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 DOM 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. If the scanner detected that the DOM file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the DOM file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. When downloading the file with DOM 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

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 DomPlayer Malicious Data Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Avast Antivirus

If the systems has insufficient resources to open DOM 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 DomPlayer Malicious Data Format files. It may be the case that the DOM files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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