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FH_PROJ File Extension

Family Historian Data Format

What is FH_PROJ file?

FH_PROJ is a file extension commonly associated with Family Historian Data Format files. FH_PROJ files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. FH_PROJ file belongs to the Misc Files category just like 6033 other filename extensions listed in our database. The software recommended for managing FH_PROJ files is Family Historian. Software named Family Historian was created by Calico Pie Limited. In order to find more detailed information on the software and FH_PROJ files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support FH_PROJ file extension

Programs that can handle FH_PROJ files are as follows. Files with FH_PROJ 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.

Programs that support FH_PROJ file

Updated: 04/10/2020

How to open file with FH_PROJ extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening FH_PROJ files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with FH_PROJ extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install Family Historian software

Install software to open FH_PROJ file The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports FH_PROJ files installed on the system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Family Historian and install it on your device. 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 Family Historian installed is by going to developer’s website (Calico Pie Limited) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Family Historian

Update software that support file extension FH_PROJIf the problems with opening FH_PROJ files still occur even after installing Family Historian, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Family Historian is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. This can be one of the causes why FH_PROJ files are not compatible with Family Historian. The latest version of Family Historian should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Family Historian Data Format files with Family Historian

After installing Family Historian (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open FH_PROJ files. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Associate software with FH_PROJ file on Windows

Change the default application in Windows

  • Right-click the FH_PROJ file and choose Open with option
  • Select Choose another app → More apps
  • The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Family Historian is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open FH_PROJ files and clicking OK.
Associate software with FH_PROJ file on Mac

Change the default application in Mac OS

  • From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with FH_PROJ extension, select Information
  • Open the Open with section by clicking its name
  • From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
  • If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with FH_PROJ extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the FH_PROJ is not faulty

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

Check FH_PROJ file for viruses
1. The FH_PROJ may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

Should it happed that the FH_PROJ is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the FH_PROJ file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. FH_PROJ file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Verify that the FH_PROJ file’s structure is intact

If the FH_PROJ file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. 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 FH_PROJ 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. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Family Historian Data Format file again.

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

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

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Family Historian Data Format file. It may be the case that the FH_PROJ files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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