GLOBAL File Extension

What is GLOBAL file?

GLOBAL filename suffix is mostly used for Global Makefile files. Files with GLOBAL extension may be used by programs distributed for Linux, Mac OS, Windows platform. Files with GLOBAL extension are categorized as Developer Files files. The Developer Files subset comprises 1205 various file formats. The most popular program for handling GLOBAL files is Text editor, but users can choose among 2 different programs that support this file format.

Programs which support GLOBAL file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 3 operating systems that support GLOBAL files. Files with GLOBAL suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with GLOBAL extension?

Being unable to open files with GLOBAL extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with GLOBAL files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Download and install Text editor

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening GLOBAL files is that no program that can handle GLOBAL files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Text editor 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 Text editor installed is by going to developer’s website () and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Text editor

If the problems with opening GLOBAL files still occur even after installing Text editor, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Text editor is available. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that Text editor cannot handle files with GLOBAL may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Text editor.

Step 3. Set the default application to open GLOBAL files to Text editor

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

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the GLOBAL with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• 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 Text editor installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open GLOBAL files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

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

Step 4. Verify that the GLOBAL is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the GLOBAL file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the GLOBAL file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the GLOBAL is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the GLOBAL file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the GLOBAL file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the GLOBAL file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. When downloading the file with GLOBAL 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. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Global Makefile file again.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Text editor

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Global Makefile files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the GLOBAL files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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