How to open TNS files? 4 simple methods of solving such problems
When you encounter a problem with an unknown TNS file and you do not know how to open such file, the first step you should take is to determine the cause of given problem. We will show you how to address most common problems with TNS files and how to solve them in 4 simple steps.
TNS File Extension
- File type TI-Nspire Document
- File developer Texas Instruments
- File category Developer Files
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What is a(n) TNS file?
TNS (TI-Nspire Document) is a file format created by TI (Texas Instruments) specifically for the TI-Nspire handheld graphing calculator series. It is used to store and share the data, formulas, and interactive elements created with the calculator. It stores data in a plain text format which can be easily accessed with any text editing program. The TNS file format provides features such as images, animations, equations, calculations, graphs, charts, diagrams and simulations that can be used to create programs and interactive documents.
A TNS file can be opened and edited using the TI-Nspire software suite but can also be converted to HTML, PDF, or plain text formats for sharing. A TNS will display as a read-only document if it is transferred to another device that does not have the TI-Nspire software installed. This makes it easy to view a TNS file on other devices such as computers or mobile phones.
How to open TNS file?
In some cases problems may occur when trying to open TNS files. Steps listed below can be helpful in addressing such problems.
Step 1 – Verify whether the file is properly associated with selected software
The first thing user should do is to associate application with TNS files. It may happen so that even when an application that supports TNS files is installed on the system it is not properly associated with this file format. This can be easily remedied by associating program with TNS files. In order to associate such files with given application, user must open the file menu (by right-clicking on the file) and choosing "Open with". A list of suggested applications will be displayed at the top part of menu. Next, select an application and confirm your choice by checking "Always use the selected application to open this kind of files" option. Confirm your selection by clicking OK.
In order to open TNS file, focus on steps 1 and 2
In majority of cases following instruction in step 1 and 2 should be enough to open files with TNS extension. Before attempting the next steps, test all the programs listed below.
Step 2 – Install a program that supports TNS files
Should it happen that the section with suggested programs is empty, it is most probable that no program supporting TNS files is installed on the system. Choose a program from the following list and install it:
Programs that support files with TNS extension
Step 3 – Check for other possible causes of errors
- Corrupted storage medium on which the TNS file is stored
- File data corruption or incompleteness (for example, due to incomplete download or copy process). In such case the file must be re-downloaded or properly copied and then opened again.
- Compatibility issues – check whether TNS extension is compatible with user’s operating system
- Administrative policy settings may prevent user from opening given file
Step 4 – Contact an expert
If you are still unable to open TNS file, you should contact an IT expert. You could also try to contact the developer of given software that supports TNS files. Appropriate website addresses can be found by clicking the name of given program in the list above.
