MAE file – What is it? How to open such file? Solutions to problems with MAE files
Unknown file extension can be a source of various problems. However, identifying the causes of problems with MAE files and addressing them isn’t necessary a complicated process. This article will describe 5 simple steps that will let you address problems with MAE files.
- 1. MAE File Extension
- 2. How to open MAE file?
- 2.1 Find and download then install appropriate software
- 2.2 Verify whether the MAE file is not infected with malware
- 2.3 Verify whether the MAE files is complete, that is, was it downloaded properly
- 2.4 Verify whether MAE files are associated with proper software
- 2.5 Verify whether the storage medium on which the MAE files is stored is not damaged or corrupted
- 3. Similar file extensions
MAE File Extension
- File type Maestro Molecular Model Format
- File developer Schr
- File category Data Files
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How to open MAE file?
Step 1. Find and download then install appropriate software
Typically in order to open .MAE 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 MAE file with appropriate software. Below is the list of programs required to open files with MAE extension:
Programs that support MAE files
Step 2. Verify whether the MAE file is not infected with malware
If given file with MAE 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 MAE file.
Hint!
Be advised that you can always consult an IT expert for help. Some problems with MAE 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 MAE extension. In order to do so, go to software’s subpage and search for software’s developer website address
Step 3. Verify whether the MAE files is complete, that is, was it downloaded properly
If the MAE 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 MAE file, you will have to download the file again.
Step 4. Verify whether MAE files are associated with proper software
If the system registry has no entry related to default program that should be used to open MAE files, even though given program is installed on the system, then MAE 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 MAE 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 MAE 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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