STATS File Extension

What is STATS file?

STATS is a file extension commonly associated with FreeSurfer Statistics Format files. FreeSurfer defined the FreeSurfer Statistics Format format standard. Files with STATS extension may be used by programs distributed for Linux, Mac OS platform. STATS file belongs to the Data Files category just like 1326 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular program for handling STATS files is FreeSurfer, but users can choose among 1 different programs that support this file format.

Programs which support STATS file extension

The list that follows enumerates programs compatible with STATS files, divided into 2 categories based on operating system on which they are available. STATS 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 STATS extension?

Problems with accessing STATS may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with STATS 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 FreeSurfer software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening STATS files is that no program that can handle STATS files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the FreeSurfer developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. If you want to download FreeSurfer installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit website and download from their official repositories.

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

If the problems with opening STATS files still occur even after installing FreeSurfer, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of FreeSurfer is available. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that FreeSurfer cannot handle files with STATS may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of FreeSurfer is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate FreeSurfer Statistics Format files with FreeSurfer

After installing FreeSurfer (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open STATS files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the STATS file
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where FreeSurfer is installed, check the Always use this app to open STATS files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected STATS 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 STATS extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the STATS for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the STATS file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

If the STATS is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the STATS file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the STATS file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the STATS 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 STATS 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. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the FreeSurfer Statistics Format file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle FreeSurfer

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with STATS 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 FreeSurfer Statistics Format files. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle STATS files.

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