DA5 file – What is it? How to open such file? Solutions to problems with DA5 files
Unknown file extension can be a source of various problems. However, identifying the causes of problems with DA5 files and addressing them isn’t necessary a complicated process. This article will describe 5 simple steps that will let you address problems with DA5 files.
- 1. DA5 File Extension
- 2. How to open DA5 file?
- 2.1 Find and download then install appropriate software
- 2.2 Verify whether the DA5 file is not infected with malware
- 2.3 Verify whether the DA5 files is complete, that is, was it downloaded properly
- 2.4 Verify whether DA5 files are associated with proper software
- 2.5 Verify whether the storage medium on which the DA5 files is stored is not damaged or corrupted
- 3. Similar file extensions
DA5 File Extension
- File type Star Trek Generations Saved Game
- File developer Microprose
- File category Game Files
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How to open DA5 file?
Step 1. Find and download then install appropriate software
Typically in order to open .DA5 files it is sufficient to follow these simple steps: find, download, and install appropriate software. Then, by double-clicking on the file icon, open the file. System should automatically associate DA5 file with appropriate software. Below is the list of programs required to open files with DA5 extension:
Programs that support DA5 files
Step 2. Verify whether the DA5 file is not infected with malware
If given file with DA5 extension is not infected, it is possible that the antivirus software is blocking access to the file. User should take necessary precautions and follow the steps suggested by the system. After recovering or removing the infected file it is recommended to scan the entire system for viruses. Yo will have to acquire a new, clean version of DA5 file.
Hint!
Be advised that you can always consult an IT expert for help. Some problems with DA5 files can be hard to solve for less sophisticated users. Also, you can ask for help one of the developers of software that supports files with DA5 extension. In order to do so, go to software’s subpage and search for software’s developer website address
Step 3. Verify whether the DA5 files is complete, that is, was it downloaded properly
If the DA5 file has not been downloaded properly it is not possible for the software to open such file. Check the file size in the location from where you downloaded the file in question. If the size of the original file differs from the size of downloaded DA5 file, you will have to download the file again.
Step 4. Verify whether DA5 files are associated with proper software
If the system registry has no entry related to default program that should be used to open DA5 files, even though given program is installed on the system, then DA5 files must be associated with the application in question.
Associating files with applications is performed similarly regardless of the type of system and consists in selecting an application which should be used for opening given type of files. In order to associate DA5 files with given application, right-click the file icon and select form the context menu "Open with" option, which will display a list of suggested programs. Select your program from the list. If the application is not on the list, use the "Browse" button and point to the location of the application. Checking "Always use selected application to open this kind of files" option will set selected application as the default application for opening given files.
Step 5. Verify whether the storage medium on which the DA5 files is stored is not damaged or corrupted
It is possible that the storage medium on which the file is located is damaged or corrupted. Try scanning the storage medium for errors.
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