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STORY File Extension

Storyist Document
  • Developer
    Storyist Software
  • Category
  • Popularity
    2.8 (9 votes)

What is STORY file?

STORY is a file extension commonly associated with Storyist Document files. Storyist Document specification was created by Storyist Software. STORY file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Mac OS system platform. STORY file belongs to the Text Files category just like 440 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular software that supports STORY files is Storyist.

Programs which support STORY file extension

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

Programs that support STORY file

MAC OS MAC OS

How to open file with STORY extension?

Being unable to open files with STORY extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with STORY extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install Storyist software

Install software to open STORY file Problems with opening and working with STORY files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with STORY files being present on your machine. To address this issue, go to the Storyist developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support STORY files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading Storyist installed is by going to developer’s website () and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update Storyist to the latest version

Update software that support file extension STORYIf the problems with opening STORY files still occur even after installing Storyist, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Storyist 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 Storyist installed, it may not support STORY format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Storyist.

Step 3. Set the default application to open STORY files to Storyist

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate STORY files with latest version of Storyist you have installed on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Associate software with STORY file on Windows

Change the default application in Windows

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

Change the default application in Mac OS

  • By clicking right mouse button on the selected STORY file open the file menu and choose Information
  • Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
  • From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
  • Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with STORY extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the STORY for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the STORY file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

Check STORY file for viruses
1. Check the STORY file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the STORY file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the STORY file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the STORY file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the STORY 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 STORY 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 Storyist Document file.

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

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Storyist Document 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 STORY files.

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