XS4 File Extension

What is XS4 file?

Full format name of files that use XS4 extension is XESS Worksheet. XESS Worksheet specification was created by AIS. Files with XS4 extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with XS4 extension are categorized as Spreadsheet Files files. The Spreadsheet Files subset comprises 100 various file formats. XESS is by far the most used program for working with XS4 files. Software named XESS was created by AIS. In order to find more detailed information on the software and XS4 files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support XS4 file extension

Programs that can handle XS4 files are as follows. Files with XS4 extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

How to open file with XS4 extension?

Being unable to open files with XS4 extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to XESS Worksheet files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Download and install XESS

Problems with opening and working with XS4 files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with XS4 files being present on your machine. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download XESS 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 XESS installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit AIS website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update XESS to the latest version

You still cannot access XS4 files although XESS 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 XS4 files are not compatible with XESS. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using XESS.

Step 3. Assign XESS to XS4 files

After installing XESS (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open XS4 files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the XS4 file and choose Open with option
• 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 XESS is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open XS4 files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with XS4 extension, select 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
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with XS4 extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the XS4 for errors

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 XS4 file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the XS4 file for viruses or malware

If the XS4 is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the XS4 file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. XS4 file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Verify that the XS4 file’s structure is intact

Did you receive the XS4 file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. When downloading the file with XS4 extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

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

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with XS4 extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with XESS Worksheet files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with XS4 files affecting older versions of given software.

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