HHH File Extension

What is HHH file?

Full format name of files that use HHH extension is Power C Precompiled Header Format. Power C defined the Power C Precompiled Header Format format standard. HHH files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. HHH file format, along with 1205 other file formats, belongs to the Developer Files category. Power C compiler is by far the most used program for working with HHH files.

Programs which support HHH file extension

The following listing features HHH-compatible programs. Files with HHH 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 HHH extension?

Problems with accessing HHH may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with HHH 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. Install Power C compiler software

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

Step 2. Check the version of Power C compiler and update if needed

If the problems with opening HHH files still occur even after installing Power C compiler, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Power C compiler is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. This can be one of the causes why HHH files are not compatible with Power C compiler. The latest version of Power C compiler should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Power C Precompiled Header Format files with Power C compiler

If you have the latest version of Power C compiler installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage HHH on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the HHH 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 Power C compiler is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open HHH files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected HHH file open the file menu and choose Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select Power C compiler and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with HHH extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the HHH for 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 HHH file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the HHH file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the HHH is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. HHH file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If you obtained the problematic HHH file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. When downloading the file with HHH 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.

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 Power C Precompiled Header Format file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Power C compiler

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

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 Power C Precompiled Header Format files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with HHH files affecting older versions of given software.

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