HTML- File Extension

What is HTML- file?

HTML- is a file extension commonly associated with Adobe Acrobat Reader HTML Data Format files. Files with HTML- extension may be used by programs distributed for Mac OS, Windows platform. Files with HTML- extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. The most popular program for handling HTML- files is Adobe Acrobat Reader, but users can choose among 1 different programs that support this file format. Software named Adobe Acrobat Reader was created by Adobe Systems Incorporated. In order to find more detailed information on the software and HTML- files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support HTML- file extension

The list that follows enumerates programs compatible with HTML- files, divided into 2 categories based on operating system on which they are available. Files with HTML- 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: 04/28/2020

How to open file with HTML- extension?

Problems with accessing HTML- may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with HTML- extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install Adobe Acrobat Reader software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening HTML- files is that no program that can handle HTML- files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the Adobe Acrobat Reader developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Adobe Acrobat Reader website and download the installer.

Step 2. Update Adobe Acrobat Reader to the latest version

If the problems with opening HTML- files still occur even after installing Adobe Acrobat Reader, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Adobe Acrobat Reader is available. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that Adobe Acrobat Reader cannot handle files with HTML- 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 Adobe Acrobat Reader.

Step 3. Assign Adobe Acrobat Reader to HTML- files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate HTML- files with latest version of Adobe Acrobat Reader you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the HTML- file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Adobe Acrobat Reader installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open HTML- files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with HTML- extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select Adobe Acrobat Reader and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with HTML- extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Ensure that the HTML- 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 HTML- file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

Should it happed that the HTML- is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the HTML- file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. HTML- 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 HTML- file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. It could happen the the download process of file with HTML- extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

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

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Adobe Acrobat Reader

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Adobe Acrobat Reader HTML Data Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle HTML- files.

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