HHI File Extension

What is HHI file?

HHI is a file extension commonly associated with The Sims 4 Game Data Format files. Files with HHI extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with HHI extension are categorized as Game Files files. The Game Files subset comprises 1509 various file formats. The Sims 4 is by far the most used program for working with HHI files. The Sims 4 software was developed by Electronic Arts, Inc., and on its official website you may find more information about HHI files or the The Sims 4 software program.

Programs which support HHI file extension

Programs that can handle HHI files are as follows. Files with HHI 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: 02/09/2020

How to open file with HHI extension?

Problems with accessing HHI may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to The Sims 4 Game Data Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with HHI files.

Step 1. Get the The Sims 4

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening HHI files is that no program that can handle HHI files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download The Sims 4 and install it on your device. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support HHI files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit The Sims 4 website and download the installer.

Step 2. Update The Sims 4 to the latest version

If you already have The Sims 4 installed on your systems and HHI files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. If you have an older version of The Sims 4 installed, it may not support HHI 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 The Sims 4.

Step 3. Assign The Sims 4 to HHI files

After installing The Sims 4 (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open HHI files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the HHI file and choose 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 The Sims 4 installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open HHI files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected HHI file open the file menu and choose Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select The Sims 4 and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with HHI extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

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

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the HHI file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Verify that the HHI in question is not infected with a computer virus

Should it happed that the HHI 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. HHI 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 HHI 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. If the HHI file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

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 The Sims 4 Game Data Format file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open The Sims 4

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support HHI files. Close all running programs and try opening the HHI file.

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with The Sims 4 Game Data Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with HHI files affecting older versions of given software.

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