FFS_GUI File Extension

What is FFS_GUI file?

FFS_GUI is a file extension commonly associated with FreeFileSync Configuration files. SourceForge.net defined the FreeFileSync Configuration format standard. Files with FFS_GUI extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. FFS_GUI file belongs to the Settings Files category just like 1305 other filename extensions listed in our database. FreeFileSync is by far the most used program for working with FFS_GUI files. Software named FreeFileSync was created by SourceForge.net. In order to find more detailed information on the software and FFS_GUI files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support FFS_GUI file extension

Programs that can handle FFS_GUI files are as follows. Files with FFS_GUI 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 FFS_GUI extension?

Problems with accessing FFS_GUI may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with FFS_GUI 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 FreeFileSync software

Problems with opening and working with FFS_GUI files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with FFS_GUI files being present on your machine. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download FreeFileSync and install it on your device. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support FFS_GUI files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading FreeFileSync installed is by going to developer’s website (SourceForge.net) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of FreeFileSync and update if needed

If you already have FreeFileSync installed on your systems and FFS_GUI files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of FreeFileSync installed, it may not support FFS_GUI 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 FreeFileSync.

Step 3. Assign FreeFileSync to FFS_GUI files

If you have the latest version of FreeFileSync installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage FFS_GUI 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.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the FFS_GUI file and choose Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where FreeFileSync is installed, check the Always use this app to open FFS_GUI files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the FFS_GUI file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select FreeFileSync and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with FFS_GUI extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the FFS_GUI is not faulty

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

1. Check the FFS_GUI file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the FFS_GUI file hinders attempts to open it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. FFS_GUI file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Ensure the file with FFS_GUI extension is complete and error-free

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

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the FreeFileSync Configuration file.

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

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with FFS_GUI extension. In this case close the other applications.

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 FreeFileSync Configuration files. It may be the case that the FFS_GUI files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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