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I cannot open a SNX file. What should I do? Help!

Virtually anyone has encountered some problems with opening unknown files while working on a computer. It can be very frustrating. Yet such problems, not only with SNX files, can be addressed in a standard way. Follow the steps below and we can guarantee that your problem with opening SNX will be resolved!

  1. 1. SNX File Extension
  2. 2. What is a(n) SNX file?
  3. 3. How to open SNX file?
    1. 3.1 Download and install application that supports SNX files
      1. 3.1.1 Programs that support SNX files
    2. 3.2 Verify whether SNX files are associated with appropriate software
    3. 3.3 Check SNX file for other errors
  4. 4. Similar file extensions

SNX File Extension

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  • File type PISnoop Workspace Format
  • File developer Pi Innovo
  • File category Settings Files
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What is a(n) SNX file?

The settings file with the .SNX extension stores information about the position and size of the windows opened in the program. It is generated by the PISnoop program that supports the electronic Engine Control Unit modules found in cars

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How to open SNX file?

If given user account does not have necessary permissions to open files with SNX 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 SNX files

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

Programs that support SNX files

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

It is possible that an application that supports SNX files is not associated with such files. In such case, the program should by manually associated with SNX 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 SNX 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 SNX files with the selected program.

Changing SNX file association in registry

File association for SNX 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 SNX file for other errors

  • SNX file was not copied properly from storage medium.
  • Antivirus application prevents opening SNX files. In that case it is recommended to exercise extreme caution and recover or delete infected SNX file. It is also advised to scan the entire system for malicious software and viruses with antivirus software.
  • For SNX 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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