GTHR File Extension

What is GTHR file?

GTHR is a file extension commonly associated with Gather Log Format files. Gather Log Format format was developed by Microsoft. Files with GTHR extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. GTHR file format, along with 440 other file formats, belongs to the Text Files category. The most popular program for handling GTHR files is Gthrlog.vbs, but users can choose among 2 different programs that support this file format.

Programs which support GTHR file extension

Programs that can handle GTHR files are as follows. Files with GTHR 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 GTHR extension?

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

Step 1. Install Gthrlog.vbs software

Problems with opening and working with GTHR files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with GTHR files being present on your machine. The most obvious solution is to download and install Gthrlog.vbs or one to the listed programs: Text editor, Microsoft Exchange Server. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support GTHR files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download Gthrlog.vbs installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update Gthrlog.vbs to the latest version

If the problems with opening GTHR files still occur even after installing Gthrlog.vbs, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Gthrlog.vbs is available. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that Gthrlog.vbs cannot handle files with GTHR may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of Gthrlog.vbs is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Gather Log Format files with Gthrlog.vbs

After installing Gthrlog.vbs (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open GTHR files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the GTHR file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Gthrlog.vbs is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open GTHR files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the GTHR 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....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with GTHR extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the GTHR is not faulty

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

1. Check the GTHR file for viruses or malware

If the GTHR 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. If the scanner detected that the GTHR file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

Did you receive the GTHR file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. If the GTHR file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

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

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Gather Log Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Gthrlog.vbs

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with GTHR extension. In this case close the other applications.

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Gather Log Format files. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle GTHR files.

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