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STH File Extension

Lotus Domino Stash Format
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What is STH file?

STH is a file extension commonly associated with Lotus Domino Stash Format files. Lotus Domino Stash Format format was developed by IBM. Files with STH extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with STH extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. Users are advised to use Lotus Domino software for managing STH files, although 1 other programs can also handle this type of file. On the official website of IBM developer not only will you find detailed information about theLotus Domino software, but also about STH and other supported file formats.

Programs which support STH file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support STH files. Files with STH suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

Programs that support STH file

How to open file with STH extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening STH files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Lotus Domino Stash Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with STH files.

Step 1. Install Lotus Domino software

Install software to open STH file The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening STH files is that no program that can handle STH files is installed on user’s system. The most obvious solution is to download and install Lotus Domino or one to the listed programs: Lotus Notes. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support STH files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download Lotus Domino installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit IBM website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update Lotus Domino to the latest version

Update software that support file extension STHYou still cannot access STH files although Lotus Domino 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 Lotus Domino installed, it may not support STH format. The most recent version of Lotus Domino is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Lotus Domino to STH files

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

Associate software with STH file on Windows

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

  • Clicking the STH 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 Lotus Domino is installed, check the Always use this app to open STH files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button
Associate software with STH file on Mac

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

  • From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with STH extension, select Information
  • Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
  • Select Lotus Domino and click Change for all...
  • Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with STH extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the STH for errors

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper STH file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

Check STH file for viruses
1. The STH may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the STH file hinders attempts to open it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the scanner detected that the STH file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Verify that the STH file’s structure is intact

Did you receive the STH file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. 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 STH 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.

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

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

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

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

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

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