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3 steps to open file with SCN extension

Usually solving problems with SCN file is simple – just install proper software and open the file. Read the guide and open SCN file now!

  1. 1. SCN File Extension
  2. 2. What is a(n) SCN file?
  3. 3. How to open SCN file?
    1. 3.1 Install a program that supports SCN files
    2. 3.2 Find and download proper software
      1. 3.2.1 Programs that support files with SCN extension
    3. 3.3 Check the SCN file for errors
  4. 4. Similar file extensions

SCN File Extension

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  • File type Age Of Mythology Scenario Format
  • File developer Microsoft
  • File category Game Files
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What is a(n) SCN file?

The SCN format was developed by Microsoft for the online strategy games Age of Mythology and Age of Empires. SCN files provide data on locations, campaign maps and battle mechanics. These are script files with specific content saved in the appropriate game folder.

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How to open SCN file?

There could be multiple reasons for which the system does not support given file. In the case of SCN extension, it is probable that none of the installed programs support given file type. Therefore, user should undertake the following steps

Step 1: Install a program that supports SCN files

If an application that supports SCN files is installed on user’s system, but is not used to open such files by default, right-click on the file icon and choose "Open with" option from the menu. Next, select the proper application and check the "Always use the selected application to open this kind of files" box. The system will store this information in its registry and use the selected program to open files with SCN extension by default.

Hint for Mac OS users

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For Mac OS users the procedure is analogous – open the file menu by right-clicking on the SCN file and choose "Information" option and select "Open with program" option. From the submenu select an application and click on "Change all" button.

Step 2: Find and download proper software

Inability to open SCN files may also be related to the lack of any application that supports given file being installed on the system. Should that be the case, user needs to download and install one of the following applications. Once installed, the system will automatically associate newly installed application with SCN files. If this step fails, see step 1.

Programs that support files with SCN extension

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Step 3: Check the SCN file for errors

Sometimes, although relatively rarely, steps 1 and 2 might not lead to expected results. There can be several reasons for such situation to occur:

  • SCN file has been downloaded from the internet but for some reason it is incomplete. In such case the file should be re-downloaded and opened again.
  • Structure of given SCN file could be corrupted and as such the program is not able to open the file
  • Storage medium on which the file was stored is damaged
  • It is important to ascertain that the icon representing given file is not a shortcut a related SCN file no longer present in the location to which the shortcut points
  • If the user account has restricted access privileges it is advised to contact the system administrator or an IT expert

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