PHE File Extension

What is PHE file?

PHE filename suffix is mostly used for WinChess Game Record files. WinChess Team defined the WinChess Game Record format standard. Files with PHE extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with PHE extension are categorized as Game Files files. The Game Files subset comprises 1509 various file formats. The software recommended for managing PHE files is WinChess. Software named WinChess was created by WinChess Team. In order to find more detailed information on the software and PHE files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support PHE file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support PHE files. Files with PHE 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 PHE extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening PHE files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with PHE files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install WinChess software

Problems with opening and working with PHE files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with PHE files being present on your machine. The solution is straightforward, just download and install WinChess. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. If you want to download WinChess installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit WinChess Team website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of WinChess

You still cannot access PHE files although WinChess 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 The reason that WinChess cannot handle files with PHE may be that the software is outdated.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 WinChess.

Step 3. Set the default application to open PHE files to WinChess

After installing WinChess (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open PHE files. 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 PHE with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the WinChess installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open PHE files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the PHE file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select WinChess and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with PHE extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the PHE for errors

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

1. Verify that the PHE in question is not infected with a computer virus

Should it happed that the PHE is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the PHE file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the PHE file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If you obtained the problematic PHE 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 PHE 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. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the WinChess Game Record file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle WinChess

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support PHE files. Close all running programs and try opening the PHE file.

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with WinChess Game Record files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with PHE files affecting older versions of given software.

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