VSS File Extension

What is VSS file?

Full format name of files that use VSS extension is Visio Stencil Format. Files with VSS extension may be used by programs distributed for Mac OS, Windows platform. VSS file belongs to the Raster Image Files category just like 522 other filename extensions listed in our database. Users are advised to use Visio 2010 software for managing VSS files, although 5 other programs can also handle this type of file.

Programs which support VSS file extension

The list that follows enumerates programs compatible with VSS files, divided into 2 categories based on operating system on which they are available. Files with VSS suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with VSS extension?

Problems with accessing VSS may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Visio Stencil Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Get the Visio 2010

Problems with opening and working with VSS files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with VSS files being present on your machine. The most obvious solution is to download and install Visio 2010 or one to the listed programs: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Visio 2010: Visio Viewer. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. If you want to download Visio 2010 installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update Visio 2010 to the latest version

You still cannot access VSS files although Visio 2010 is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that Visio 2010 cannot handle files with VSS may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of Visio 2010 is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Visio 2010 to VSS files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate VSS files with latest version of Visio 2010 you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the VSS file
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Visio 2010 is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open VSS files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

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

Step 4. Verify that the VSS is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the VSS file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the VSS file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the VSS is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. VSS file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Ensure the file with VSS extension is complete and error-free

If the VSS file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. If the VSS file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Visio Stencil Format file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Visio 2010

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with VSS 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 Visio Stencil Format files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with VSS files affecting older versions of given software.

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