How to open CACHE files on your device
If an error occurs when you try to open CACHE file on your device, you should do two things – install appropriate software and associate CACHE files with this software. If this does not solve the problem, then the cause may be different – you will find more details in this article.
CACHE File Extension
- File type Cache Format
- File developer N/A
- File category Misc Files
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What is a(n) CACHE file?
CACHE (Cache Format) is a file type used mainly by web browsers that stores copies of website data. This makes loading websites faster as elements such as graphics will not need to be downloaded from the internet for each visit. The CACHE (Cache Format) files are saved in a proprietary format that is specific to each browser and operating system, but the majority of them contain compressed versions of website elements such as HTML, CSS and JavaScript.
CACHE (Cache Format) files are typically stored in the "Temporary Internet Files" folder on your computer. It is generally safe to delete these files from time to time, although it will cause websites to take longer to load on subsequent visits. Some web browsers also allow users to manually clear the cache or configure how long data is stored, so that web browsing is faster and more secure.
How to open CACHE file?
There can be various causes of problems that can arise when opening opening .CACHE files. Each problem requires a different approach, but most can be solved by following he instructions below.
Step 1. Install a program that supports CACHE files
In order to open CACHE file an appropriate program that supports this file format must be installed on the system. Below is the list of programs that support files with CACHE extension.
Programs that can open CACHE files
Download installer for given application and launch it. After the installation has been completed, CACHE files should be opened with installed application by default next time you try to open this type of file.
Remember!
Not all listed applications will be capable of performing all operations on CACHE files. Some applications may only be capable of opening such file and viewing its contents while the purpose of others may be converting files to other file formats. Therefore you should check beforehand the capabilities of applications in relation to CACHE files.
Step 2. Associate given software with CACHE files
A situation can arise where user has an appropriate application supporting CACHE files installed on their system, but such application is not associated with this type of files. In order to associate given application with CACHE files user should open a file submenu by right-clicking the file icon and selecting "Open with" option. System will display a list of suggested programs that can be used to open CACHE files. Select appropriate option and check "Always use selected application to open this kind of files". System will save this information from now on use selected program to open CACHE files.
Step 3. Check whether no other errors related to CACHE files occur
When the above-mentioned solutions fail, other options must be pursued. It is possible that the CACHE file in question is corrupted or damage. The most common causes of file damage are:
- File with CACHE extension is incomplete (for example, file has not been downloaded completely from the internet or not copied properly from source)
- File data is corrupted
- Damaged or corrupted storage medium on which the CACHE file is stored
- File icon does not represent the original file but is only a shortcut to the location where the CACHE file was saved and then deleted
- User account is not privileged to perform operations on CACHE files. In that case it is advised to contact the system administrator or an IT expert
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