M2U File Extension

What is M2U file?

Full format name of files that use M2U extension is Maxthon Layout. Maxthon Layout specification was created by Maxthon International Limited. M2U files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. M2U file belongs to the Settings Files category just like 1305 other filename extensions listed in our database. The software recommended for managing M2U files is Maxthon Cloud Browser.

Programs which support M2U file extension

The following listing features M2U-compatible programs. Files with M2U 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 M2U extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening M2U files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Maxthon Layout 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 M2U files.

Step 1. Download and install Maxthon Cloud Browser

Problems with opening and working with M2U files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with M2U files being present on your machine. To address this issue, go to the Maxthon Cloud Browser developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Maxthon Cloud Browser website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of Maxthon Cloud Browser and update if needed

You still cannot access M2U files although Maxthon Cloud Browser 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 Maxthon Cloud Browser cannot handle files with M2U may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of Maxthon Cloud Browser should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Maxthon Cloud Browser to M2U files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate M2U files with latest version of Maxthon Cloud Browser you have installed on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the M2U with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• 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 Maxthon Cloud Browser is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open M2U 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 M2U extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with M2U extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the M2U for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the M2U file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. The M2U may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the M2U 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 M2U file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Verify that the M2U file’s structure is intact

Did you receive the M2U 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 M2U 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. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Maxthon Layout file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Maxthon Cloud Browser

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with M2U extension. In this case close the other applications.

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Maxthon Layout file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle M2U files.

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