XCH File Extension

What is XCH file?

Full format name of files that use XCH extension is LinkAssistant Project Settings. LinkAssistant Project Settings specification was created by Link-Assistant.com. XCH file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. XCH file belongs to the Settings Files category just like 1305 other filename extensions listed in our database. LinkAssistant is by far the most used program for working with XCH files. On the official website of Link-Assistant.com developer not only will you find detailed information about theLinkAssistant software, but also about XCH and other supported file formats.

Programs which support XCH file extension

The following listing features XCH-compatible programs. Files with XCH 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 XCH extension?

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

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening XCH files is that no program that can handle XCH files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download LinkAssistant 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. If you want to download LinkAssistant installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Link-Assistant.com website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of LinkAssistant

If the problems with opening XCH files still occur even after installing LinkAssistant, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of LinkAssistant is available. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. This can be one of the causes why XCH files are not compatible with LinkAssistant. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using LinkAssistant.

Step 3. Associate LinkAssistant Project Settings files with LinkAssistant

If you have the latest version of LinkAssistant installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage XCH on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the XCH file and choose Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where LinkAssistant is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open XCH files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the XCH file and select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• 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 XCH extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the XCH is not faulty

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

1. Check the XCH file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the XCH file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the XCH file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. XCH file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

If you obtained the problematic XCH 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. When downloading the file with XCH extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the LinkAssistant Project Settings file.

4. Check whether your system can handle LinkAssistant

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support XCH files. Close all running programs and try opening the XCH 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 LinkAssistant Project Settings file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle XCH files.

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