STSG File Extension

What is STSG file?

Full format name of files that use STSG extension is SuperTux Saved Game. SuperTux defined the SuperTux Saved Game format standard. Files with STSG extension may be used by programs distributed for Linux, Mac OS, Windows platform. Files with STSG extension are categorized as Game Files files. The Game Files subset comprises 1509 various file formats. SuperTux supports STSG files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 2 other tools may also be used.

Programs which support STSG file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 3 operating systems that support STSG files. STSG 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 STSG extension?

Problems with accessing STSG may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with STSG files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Download and install SuperTux

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports STSG files installed on the system. To address this issue, go to the SuperTux 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. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit SuperTux website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of SuperTux and update if needed

If the problems with opening STSG files still occur even after installing SuperTux, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of SuperTux is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. This can be one of the causes why STSG files are not compatible with SuperTux. The latest version of SuperTux should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign SuperTux to STSG files

If you have the latest version of SuperTux installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage STSG 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 STSG file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where SuperTux is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open STSG files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the STSG file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select SuperTux and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with STSG extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Ensure that the STSG file is complete and free of errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the STSG file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the STSG file for viruses or malware

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

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the STSG 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. When downloading the file with STSG extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

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

If the systems has insufficient resources to open STSG files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with SuperTux Saved Game file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with STSG files affecting older versions of given software.

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