LOG2 File Extension

What is LOG2 file?

LOG2 filename suffix is mostly used for Windows Registry Hive Log 2 Format files. Windows Registry Hive Log 2 Format specification was created by Microsoft. Files with LOG2 extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. LOG2 file format, along with 323 other file formats, belongs to the System Files category. Microsoft Windows Registry supports LOG2 files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 1 other tools may also be used.

Programs which support LOG2 file extension

Programs that can handle LOG2 files are as follows. LOG2 files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with LOG2 extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening LOG2 files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Windows Registry Hive Log 2 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 LOG2 files.

Step 1. Get the Microsoft Windows Registry

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports LOG2 files installed on the system. This one is an easy one. Select Microsoft Windows Registry or one of the recommended programs (for example, Microsoft Windows) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. 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 Microsoft Windows Registry website and download the installer.

Step 2. Update Microsoft Windows Registry to the latest version

You still cannot access LOG2 files although Microsoft Windows Registry is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. This can be one of the causes why LOG2 files are not compatible with Microsoft Windows Registry. The latest version of Microsoft Windows Registry should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open LOG2 files to Microsoft Windows Registry

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate LOG2 files with latest version of Microsoft Windows Registry 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.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the LOG2 file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Microsoft Windows Registry is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open LOG2 files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with LOG2 extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• 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 LOG2 extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the LOG2 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 LOG2 file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. The LOG2 may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

Should it happed that the LOG2 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. If the LOG2 file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Verify that the LOG2 file’s structure is intact

If the LOG2 file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. 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 LOG2 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.

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Windows Registry Hive Log 2 Format file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle Microsoft Windows Registry

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with LOG2 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 Windows Registry Hive Log 2 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 LOG2 files affecting older versions of given software.

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