SN3 File Extension

What is SN3 file?

SN3 is a file extension commonly associated with Samsung Kies 2 Backup Format files. Files with SN3 extension may be used by programs distributed for Mac OS, Windows platform. SN3 file format, along with 243 other file formats, belongs to the Backup Files category. Users are advised to use Samsung Kies software for managing SN3 files, although 2 other programs can also handle this type of file. Samsung Kies software was developed by Samsung Group, and on its official website you may find more information about SN3 files or the Samsung Kies software program.

Programs which support SN3 file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 2 operating systems that support SN3 files. SN3 files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Updated: 11/04/2020

How to open file with SN3 extension?

Problems with accessing SN3 may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with SN3 extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with SN3 files.

Step 1. Download and install Samsung Kies

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports SN3 files installed on the system. The most obvious solution is to download and install Samsung Kies or one to the listed programs: ChessDB. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support SN3 files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading Samsung Kies installed is by going to developer’s website (Samsung Group) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Samsung Kies

If you already have Samsung Kies installed on your systems and SN3 files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. If you have an older version of Samsung Kies installed, it may not support SN3 format. The latest version of Samsung Kies should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open SN3 files to Samsung Kies

If you have the latest version of Samsung Kies installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage SN3 on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the SN3 file
• 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 Samsung Kies installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open SN3 files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with SN3 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
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with SN3 extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the SN3 for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the SN3 file is valid. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. The SN3 may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

Should it happed that the SN3 is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the SN3 file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the SN3 file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Ensure the file with SN3 extension is complete and error-free

Did you receive the SN3 file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. It could happen the the download process of file with SN3 extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

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 Samsung Kies 2 Backup Format file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Samsung Kies

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support SN3 files. Close all running programs and try opening the SN3 file.

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Samsung Kies 2 Backup Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle SN3 files.

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