THUMBDATA3--1763508120 File Extension

What is THUMBDATA3--1763508120 file?

Files with .THUMBDATA3--1763508120 extension contain photo thumbnail images generated by some older Android systems. THUMBDATA3–1763508120 files are generated by Android Camera or Gallery applications as index files. The size of the file increases as the photo collection grows larger and entries for pictures that were later deleted may still be indexed. THUMBDATA3–1763508120 purpose is to speed up the process of loading images. The system doesn’t have to open large images (which can be as large as a few MB) each time the user browses his photo collection as it can access image index that contains thumbnails that are usually only a few kB in size.

Thumbnail files are generated automatically and in extreme cases can occupy a large amount of storage space. THUMBDATA3–1763508120 can be safely deleted, however, upon restarting of application that generated given thumbnail file it will be recreated. THUMBDATA3–1763508120 doesn’t update its contents to account for deleted images, therefore in order to update the index the thumbnail file must be deleted and and then recreated. THUMBDATA3--1763508120 are saved by default in a hidden folder sdcard/DCIM/.thumbnails, which can be accessed by changing Android file manager view settings so that hidden files are displayed.

Programs which support THUMBDATA3--1763508120 file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support THUMBDATA3--1763508120 files. Files with THUMBDATA3--1763508120 suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

Updated: 04/01/2022

How to open file with THUMBDATA3--1763508120 extension?

Problems with accessing THUMBDATA3--1763508120 may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with THUMBDATA3--1763508120 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. Get the Google Android

Problems with opening and working with THUMBDATA3--1763508120 files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with THUMBDATA3--1763508120 files being present on your machine. To address this issue, go to the Google Android 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 Google Android website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of Google Android and update if needed

You still cannot access THUMBDATA3--1763508120 files although Google Android is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. 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 THUMBDATA3--1763508120 files are not compatible with Google Android. The most recent version of Google Android is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Google Android to THUMBDATA3--1763508120 files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate THUMBDATA3--1763508120 files with latest version of Google Android you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the THUMBDATA3--1763508120 file and choose Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Google Android installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open THUMBDATA3--1763508120 files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected THUMBDATA3--1763508120 file open the file menu and choose Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with THUMBDATA3--1763508120 extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the THUMBDATA3--1763508120 for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the THUMBDATA3--1763508120 file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the THUMBDATA3--1763508120 file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the THUMBDATA3--1763508120 file hinders attempts to open it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. THUMBDATA3--1763508120 file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Verify that the THUMBDATA3--1763508120 file’s structure is intact

If you obtained the problematic THUMBDATA3--1763508120 file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. 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. If the THUMBDATA3--1763508120 file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Android Thumbnail Index file again.

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

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with THUMBDATA3--1763508120 extension. In this case close the other applications.

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Android Thumbnail Index files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with THUMBDATA3--1763508120 files affecting older versions of given software.

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