FHT File Extension

What is FHT file?

Full format name of files that use FHT extension is Family Historian Text Scheme Format. FHT files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. FHT file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. The most popular software that supports FHT files is Family Historian. On the official website of Calico Pie Limited developer not only will you find detailed information about theFamily Historian software, but also about FHT and other supported file formats.

Programs which support FHT file extension

The following listing features FHT-compatible programs. Files with FHT 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.

Updated: 09/17/2020

How to open file with FHT extension?

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

Problems with opening and working with FHT files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with FHT files being present on your machine. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Family Historian and install it on your device. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download Family Historian installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Calico Pie Limited website and download from their official repositories.

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

If the problems with opening FHT files still occur even after installing Family Historian, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software.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 FHT files are not compatible with Family Historian. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Family Historian.

Step 3. Associate Family Historian Text Scheme 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 FHT files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the FHT file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Family Historian installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open FHT files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

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

Step 4. Verify that the FHT 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 FHT file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. The FHT 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 FHT 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. FHT file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

Did you receive the FHT file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. 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 FHT extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

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. Check whether your system can handle Family Historian

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

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 Family Historian Text Scheme Format files. It may be the case that the FHT files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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