FRAG File Extension

What is FRAG file?

FRAG is a file extension commonly associated with Microsoft XPS Document Fragment files. Microsoft XPS Document Fragment format was developed by Microsoft Corporation. FRAG file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Linux, Mac OS, Windows system platform. FRAG file belongs to the Settings Files category just like 1305 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular program for handling FRAG files is Windows Notepad, but users can choose among 4 different programs that support this file format. Windows Notepad software was developed by Microsoft Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about FRAG files or the Windows Notepad software program.

Programs which support FRAG file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 3 operating systems that support FRAG files. Files with FRAG 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 FRAG extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening FRAG files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with FRAG 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. Get the Windows Notepad

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening FRAG files is that no program that can handle FRAG files is installed on user’s system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing Windows Notepad or different compatible program, such as TextEdit, Microsoft XPS Viewer, NotePad++ text editor. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support FRAG files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download Windows Notepad installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Microsoft Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update Windows Notepad to the latest version

If the problems with opening FRAG files still occur even after installing Windows Notepad, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Windows Notepad is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of Windows Notepad installed, it may not support FRAG format. The latest version of Windows Notepad should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Windows Notepad to FRAG files

If you have the latest version of Windows Notepad installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage FRAG on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the FRAG file
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Windows Notepad is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open FRAG files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the FRAG file and select 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 FRAG extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Ensure that the FRAG file is complete and free of errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the FRAG file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the FRAG file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the FRAG 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 FRAG file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

Did you receive the FRAG 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. It could happen the the download process of file with FRAG extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

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

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 Microsoft XPS Document Fragment file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Windows Notepad

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

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 Microsoft XPS Document Fragment file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with FRAG files affecting older versions of given software.

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