SER File Extension

What is SER file?

SER filename suffix is mostly used for GeneMapper Project Format files. GeneMapper Project Format specification was created by Applied Biosystems. SER file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with SER extension are categorized as Data Files files. The Data Files subset comprises 1326 various file formats. The most popular software that supports SER files is GeneMapper. On the official website of Life Technologies developer not only will you find detailed information about theGeneMapper software, but also about SER and other supported file formats.

Programs which support SER file extension

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

Being unable to open files with SER extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with SER 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. Install GeneMapper software

Problems with opening and working with SER files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with SER files being present on your machine. The solution is straightforward, just download and install GeneMapper. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support SER files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading GeneMapper installed is by going to developer’s website (Life Technologies) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update GeneMapper to the latest version

You still cannot access SER files although GeneMapper 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. This can be one of the causes why SER files are not compatible with GeneMapper. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using GeneMapper.

Step 3. Associate GeneMapper Project Format files with GeneMapper

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate SER files with latest version of GeneMapper 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

• Right-click the SER file and choose Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where GeneMapper is installed, check the Always use this app to open SER files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with SER extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with SER extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Ensure that the SER file is complete and free of 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 SER file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

Should it happed that the SER 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 scanner detected that the SER file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

If the SER 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. When downloading the file with SER extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Check whether your system can handle GeneMapper

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with GeneMapper Project Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the SER files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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