HHS File Extension

What is HHS file?

HHS is a file extension commonly associated with Microsoft HTML Help Workshop Sample files. Microsoft HTML Help Workshop Sample specification was created by Microsoft Corporation. HHS files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. HHS file format, along with 574 other file formats, belongs to the Document Files category. The software recommended for managing HHS files is Microsoft HTML Help Workshop. Microsoft HTML Help Workshop software was developed by Microsoft Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about HHS files or the Microsoft HTML Help Workshop software program.

Programs which support HHS file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support HHS files. Files with HHS 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 HHS extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening HHS files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with HHS 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 Microsoft HTML Help Workshop software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports HHS files installed on the system. To address this issue, go to the Microsoft HTML Help Workshop developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support HHS files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading Microsoft HTML Help Workshop installed is by going to developer’s website (Microsoft Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update Microsoft HTML Help Workshop to the latest version

If the problems with opening HHS files still occur even after installing Microsoft HTML Help Workshop, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Microsoft HTML Help Workshop is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that Microsoft HTML Help Workshop cannot handle files with HHS 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 Microsoft HTML Help Workshop.

Step 3. Set the default application to open HHS files to Microsoft HTML Help Workshop

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate HHS files with latest version of Microsoft HTML Help Workshop you have installed on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the HHS 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 Microsoft HTML Help Workshop installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open HHS files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected HHS file open the file menu and choose Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• 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 HHS extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the HHS is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the HHS file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

If the HHS 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. HHS file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the HHS 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. It could happen the the download process of file with HHS 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

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Microsoft HTML Help Workshop Sample file again.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Microsoft HTML Help Workshop

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

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Microsoft HTML Help Workshop Sample file. It may be the case that the HHS files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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