SHORTCUT File Extension

What is SHORTCUT file?

Full format name of files that use SHORTCUT extension is Asutype Shortcut. Asutype Shortcut format was developed by Fanix Software. SHORTCUT file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. SHORTCUT file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. Asutype is by far the most used program for working with SHORTCUT files. On the official website of Fanix Software developer not only will you find detailed information about theAsutype software, but also about SHORTCUT and other supported file formats.

Programs which support SHORTCUT file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support SHORTCUT files. Files with SHORTCUT 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.

How to open file with SHORTCUT extension?

Being unable to open files with SHORTCUT extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with SHORTCUT files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with SHORTCUT files.

Step 1. Download and install Asutype

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports SHORTCUT files installed on the system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Asutype. 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 Asutype installed is by going to developer’s website (Fanix Software) and downloading the software using provided links.

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

You still cannot access SHORTCUT files although Asutype is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of Asutype installed, it may not support SHORTCUT format. The latest version of Asutype should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Asutype Shortcut files with Asutype

If you have the latest version of Asutype installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage SHORTCUT on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the SHORTCUT file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Asutype is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open SHORTCUT files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the SHORTCUT file and select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select Asutype and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with SHORTCUT extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the SHORTCUT file is complete and free of errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the SHORTCUT file is valid. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the SHORTCUT file for viruses or malware

If the SHORTCUT 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. If the scanner detected that the SHORTCUT file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

If the SHORTCUT 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. It could happen the the download process of file with SHORTCUT extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

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 Asutype Shortcut file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Asutype

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

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Asutype Shortcut file. It may be the case that the SHORTCUT files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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