OHT File Extension

What is OHT file?

OHT is a file extension commonly associated with Oracle Help For Java Links Data Format files. Files with OHT extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with OHT extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. Oracle Help for Java is by far the most used program for working with OHT files. On the official website of Oracle Corporation developer not only will you find detailed information about theOracle Help for Java software, but also about OHT and other supported file formats.

Programs which support OHT file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support OHT files. Files with OHT extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

Updated: 08/21/2020

How to open file with OHT extension?

Being unable to open files with OHT extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with OHT 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. Get the Oracle Help for Java

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening OHT files is that no program that can handle OHT files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the Oracle Help for Java 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. The safest method of downloading Oracle Help for Java installed is by going to developer’s website (Oracle Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update Oracle Help for Java to the latest version

If you already have Oracle Help for Java installed on your systems and OHT files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of Oracle Help for Java installed, it may not support OHT format. The latest version of Oracle Help for Java should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open OHT files to Oracle Help for Java

If you have the latest version of Oracle Help for Java installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage OHT 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

• Clicking the OHT with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• 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 Oracle Help for Java installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open OHT 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 OHT extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with OHT extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the OHT is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the OHT file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

If the OHT 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 OHT file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Ensure the file with OHT extension is complete and error-free

Did you receive the OHT file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. If the OHT file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Oracle Help for Java

If the systems has insufficient resources to open OHT files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Oracle Help For Java Links Data Format files. It may be the case that the OHT files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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