LA_ File Extension

What is LA_ file?

LA_ filename suffix is mostly used for TI Databook Format files. Files with LA_ extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with LA_ extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. The most popular software that supports LA_ files is TI Connect. On the official website of Texas Instruments Inc. developer not only will you find detailed information about theTI Connect software, but also about LA_ and other supported file formats.

Programs which support LA_ file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support LA_ files. Files with LA_ 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: 08/11/2020

How to open file with LA_ extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening LA_ files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with LA_ extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Get the TI Connect

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports LA_ files installed on the system. To address this issue, go to the TI Connect 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. The safest method of downloading TI Connect installed is by going to developer’s website (Texas Instruments Inc.) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of TI Connect and update if needed

You still cannot access LA_ files although TI Connect is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that TI Connect cannot handle files with LA_ may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of TI Connect should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate TI Databook Format files with TI Connect

If you have the latest version of TI Connect installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage LA_ 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.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Right-click the LA_ 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 TI Connect installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open LA_ files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the LA_ file and select 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....
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with LA_ extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the LA_ for errors

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

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

If the LA_ is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the scanner detected that the LA_ file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Verify that the LA_ file’s structure is intact

If you obtained the problematic LA_ file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. It could happen the the download process of file with LA_ extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative 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 TI Databook Format file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run TI Connect

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

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 TI Databook Format file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle LA_ files.

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