THUMBNAIL File Extension

What is THUMBNAIL file?

Full format name of files that use THUMBNAIL extension is Google Android Thumbnail Cache Format. Files with THUMBNAIL extension may be used by programs distributed for Android platform. Files with THUMBNAIL extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. The software recommended for managing THUMBNAIL files is Google Android. On the official website of Google Inc. developer not only will you find detailed information about theGoogle Android software, but also about THUMBNAIL and other supported file formats.

Programs which support THUMBNAIL file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support THUMBNAIL files. THUMBNAIL files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Updated: 01/14/2020

How to open file with THUMBNAIL extension?

Being unable to open files with THUMBNAIL extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with THUMBNAIL extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with THUMBNAIL files.

Step 1. Get the Google Android

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports THUMBNAIL files installed on the system. To address this issue, go to the Google Android developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support THUMBNAIL files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download Google Android installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Google Inc. website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update Google Android to the latest version

You still cannot access THUMBNAIL files although Google Android 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 Google Android installed, it may not support THUMBNAIL 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 Google Android.

Step 3. Associate Google Android Thumbnail Cache Format files with Google Android

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

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the THUMBNAIL file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• 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 THUMBNAIL files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected THUMBNAIL 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 THUMBNAIL extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

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

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the THUMBNAIL file is valid. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the THUMBNAIL file for viruses or malware

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

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If you obtained the problematic THUMBNAIL file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. If the THUMBNAIL file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative 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 Google Android Thumbnail Cache Format file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle Google Android

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support THUMBNAIL files. Close all running programs and try opening the THUMBNAIL file.

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 Google Android Thumbnail Cache Format file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with THUMBNAIL files affecting older versions of given software.

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