SNC File Extension

What is SNC file?

SNC filename suffix is mostly used for ACT! E-mail/folder Synchronization files. ACT! E-mail/folder Synchronization specification was created by The Sage Group plc. Files with SNC extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. SNC file belongs to the Settings Files category just like 1305 other filename extensions listed in our database. The software recommended for managing SNC files is Act!. Act! software was developed by The Sage Group plc, and on its official website you may find more information about SNC files or the Act! software program.

Programs which support SNC file extension

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

Being unable to open files with SNC extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to ACT! E-mail/folder Synchronization files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Download and install Act!

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening SNC files is that no program that can handle SNC files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the Act! developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Act! website and download the installer.

Step 2. Update Act! to the latest version

If the problems with opening SNC files still occur even after installing Act!, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Act! is available. 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 Act! installed, it may not support SNC format. The latest version of Act! should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open SNC files to Act!

After installing Act! (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open SNC files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the SNC file and choose 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 Act! installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open SNC files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected SNC file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• 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 SNC extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the SNC is not faulty

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

1. Check the SNC file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the SNC is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. SNC file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

If the SNC file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. If the SNC file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

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 ACT! E-mail/folder Synchronization file.

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

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

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with ACT! E-mail/folder Synchronization files. It may be the case that the SNC files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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