GO File Extension

What is GO file?

GO is a source code file written in GO programming language. GO is a text file that stores code to be compiled. Source code written in GO can also be present in C files. GO files can easily be edited using any text editor, but many IDEs offer advance tools for better GO programming experience.

Google GO

GO programming language was developed by Google. Sometimes it is also referred to by the name Golang. The goal of designers was to combine simple syntax of dynamic languages and efficiency of their compiled counterparts. Go has been open-sourced by its creators and has been patented.

Programs which support GO file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support GO files. Files with GO suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

Updated: 11/22/2023

How to open file with GO extension?

Being unable to open files with GO extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with GO extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with GO files.

Step 1. Get the Sublime Text

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening GO files is that no program that can handle GO files is installed on user’s system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Sublime Text. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading Sublime Text installed is by going to developer’s website (Sublime HQ Pty Ltd) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update Sublime Text to the latest version

If you already have Sublime Text installed on your systems and GO 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 Sublime Text installed, it may not support GO 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 Sublime Text.

Step 3. Assign Sublime Text to GO files

After installing Sublime Text (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open GO files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the GO 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
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Sublime Text is installed, check the Always use this app to open GO files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected GO file open the file menu and choose 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 GO extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

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

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 GO file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. The GO may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the GO is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. GO file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

If the GO file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. It could happen the the download process of file with GO extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Check whether your system can handle Sublime Text

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

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Google Go Programming Language Source Code file. It may be the case that the GO files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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