1. COW File Extension
2. How to open COW file?

2.1 Download and install application that supports COW files
1. 2.1.1 Programs that support COW files
2.2 Verify whether COW files are associated with appropriate software
2.3 Check COW file for other errors

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COW File Extension

File type Thief Game
File developer Eidos Interactive Ltd.
File category Game Files
File popularity rating

How to open COW file?

If given user account does not have necessary permissions to open files with COW extension, it is highly probable that no program that supports given files is installed on the users’ system. Below is a list of actions user should pursue in order to resolve most common problems.

Step 1. Download and install application that supports COW files

After the application has been installed, the system should automatically open COW files with given application. Below is the list of relevant programs along with operating systems they are available for:

Programs that support COW files

Windows

Thief: Deadly Shadows

Step 2. Verify whether COW files are associated with appropriate software

It is possible that an application that supports COW files is not associated with such files. In such case, the program should by manually associated with COW files (right-click on the file icon → Properties → General Tab → In submenu "Open with" and click on "Change" button. System will display a list of suggested programs that support COW files. Choose the application by checking the box "Always use the selected application to open this kind of files". System will store this information in its registry and use it to open COW files with the selected program.

Changing COW file association in registry

File association for COW files can be edited manually by editing appropriate entry in Windows System Registry. However, it is discouraged as it may introduce errors to registry if not done properly and may even damage the system.

Step 3. Check COW file for other errors

COW file was not copied properly from storage medium.
Antivirus application prevents opening COW files. In that case it is recommended to exercise extreme caution and recover or delete infected COW file. It is also advised to scan the entire system for malicious software and viruses with antivirus software.
For COW files downloaded from the internet it is advised to check if the file has been downloaded completely and is not corrupted. If not, the file should be re-downloaded.

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