SESSION File Extension

What is SESSION file?

SESSION filename suffix is mostly used for CATIA 4 Session Format files. CATIA 4 Session Format specification was created by Dassault Systemes. SESSION file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Mac OS, Windows system platform. SESSION file belongs to the 3D Image Files category just like 622 other filename extensions listed in our database. Users are advised to use CATIA software for managing SESSION files, although 2 other programs can also handle this type of file. Software named CATIA was created by Dassault Syst?mes S.A.. In order to find more detailed information on the software and SESSION files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support SESSION file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open SESSION files divided into 2 categories according to system platform supported. SESSION 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 SESSION extension?

Being unable to open files with SESSION extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with SESSION 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. Install CATIA software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening SESSION files is that no program that can handle SESSION files is installed on user’s system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing CATIA or different compatible program, such as Adobe Acrobat. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support SESSION files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit CATIA website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of CATIA and update if needed

If you already have CATIA installed on your systems and SESSION files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. If you have an older version of CATIA installed, it may not support SESSION format. The latest version of CATIA should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign CATIA to SESSION files

After installing CATIA (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open SESSION 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 SESSION with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where CATIA is installed, check the Always use this app to open SESSION files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with SESSION 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
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with SESSION extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the SESSION is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the SESSION file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

If the SESSION is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. SESSION file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the SESSION file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. It could happen the the download process of file with SESSION 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

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the CATIA 4 Session Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle CATIA

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support SESSION files. Close all running programs and try opening the SESSION 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 CATIA 4 Session Format files. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle SESSION files.

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