VSSETTINGS File Extension

What is VSSETTINGS file?

VSSETTINGS is a file extension commonly associated with Visual Studio Settings Format files. Microsoft defined the Visual Studio Settings Format format standard. VSSETTINGS files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. Files with VSSETTINGS extension are categorized as Settings Files files. The Settings Files subset comprises 1305 various file formats. The software recommended for managing VSSETTINGS files is Microsoft Visual Studio. Microsoft Visual Studio software was developed by Microsoft Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about VSSETTINGS files or the Microsoft Visual Studio software program.

Programs which support VSSETTINGS file extension

Programs that can handle VSSETTINGS files are as follows. Files with VSSETTINGS 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 VSSETTINGS extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening VSSETTINGS files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with VSSETTINGS 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 VSSETTINGS files.

Step 1. Download and install Microsoft Visual Studio

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening VSSETTINGS files is that no program that can handle VSSETTINGS files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Microsoft Visual Studio and install it on your device. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading Microsoft Visual Studio installed is by going to developer’s website (Microsoft Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update Microsoft Visual Studio to the latest version

You still cannot access VSSETTINGS files although Microsoft Visual Studio 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. This can be one of the causes why VSSETTINGS files are not compatible with Microsoft Visual Studio. The latest version of Microsoft Visual Studio should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open VSSETTINGS files to Microsoft Visual Studio

After installing Microsoft Visual Studio (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open VSSETTINGS files. 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 VSSETTINGS file
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Microsoft Visual Studio is installed, check the Always use this app to open VSSETTINGS files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected VSSETTINGS file open the file menu and choose Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select Microsoft Visual Studio and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with VSSETTINGS extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the VSSETTINGS is not faulty

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper VSSETTINGS file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Verify that the VSSETTINGS in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the VSSETTINGS is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the VSSETTINGS file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Verify that the VSSETTINGS file’s structure is intact

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

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 Visual Studio Settings Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Microsoft Visual Studio

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Visual Studio Settings Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with VSSETTINGS files affecting older versions of given software.

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