What's the S File?

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S File Summary

There are two file types associated with the S File Extension, with the most widely-observed being the Source Code File format. According to our database, eight distinct software programs (conventionally, Microsoft Notepad developed by Microsoft Corporation) will enable you to view these files. The S File Extension are listed predominantly as Developer Files, while in other circumstances they can be 3D Image Files.

File Extension S files have been identified on both desktop and mobile devices. They are fully or partially supported by Windows, Mac, and Linux. S files have a "Low" Popularity Rating; this means that they are not present on most devices.

Please see the detailed information below to learn more about S files and the programs that can open them. In addition, we provide simple troubleshooting information to help you open your S file.

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Known S Files

  2 known file types use this extension

Dominant S File Type

.S
File Format:.s
Type:Source Code File

A source code file that is generic and consists of a computer program's source. The file can be written in many diverse programming languages and can be edited and viewed with the help of a text editor. Using a software compiler, these files can be compiled into an executable program.

Programmer: Unknown Developer
Function:Developer Files
Key: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.s

Software Programs That Open The Source Code File:


Microsoft Notepad by Microsoft Corporation

Windows
Mac
Linux

MacroMates TextMate by MacroMates

Mac

Microsoft Visual Studio by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

gVim by Open Source

Windows

GNU Emacs by GNU Project

Windows
Mac
Linux
GNU

BBEdit by Bare Bones Software

Mac

Pico by Open Source

Unix

Alternative S Types

.S
File Format:.s
Type:Microsoft Train Simulator Shape File

A software called Microsoft Train Simulator uses this type of shape file. The application enables one to act as a locomotive passenger or engineer. The file consists of shape data like images, texture, geometry, lighting effects and size. It's used to customize and display Train Simulator locomotives.

Programmer: Microsoft Corporation
Function:3D Image Files

Software Programs That Open Microsoft Train Simulator Shape File Files:


Microsoft Train Simulator by Kuju Entertainment

Compatible with:

Windows

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S Requests


Most Popular Operating Systems

Windows 7 (48%)
Windows 10 (42%)
Windows 8.1 (5%)
Windows XP (2%)

OS Hierarchy

Windows (82.33%)
Android (11.56%)
iOS (3.43%)
Macintosh (1.71%)
Linux (0.60%)


S Troubleshooting


Typical S Opening Challenges

Missing Microsoft Notepad

You encounter an error message such as "%%os%% Can't Open S Files" when trying to open your S. Usually, this is because you do not have Microsoft Notepad for %%os%% installed. Because your operating system doesn't know what to do with this file, you won't be able to open it by double-clicking.


Tip: If you know of another program that can open your S file, you can try opening it by selecting the application from the programs listed.


Obsolete Version of Microsoft Notepad

Sometimes your installed version of Microsoft Notepad won't support your Source Code File file. You will need to download a newer version of Microsoft Notepad if you don't have the right version. Your Source Code File file was probably created by a newer release of Microsoft Notepad than what's currently installed your computer.


Tip: If you right-click on your S file, then select "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac), you can obtain hints about what version you need.


Ultimately, most of the difficulties opening S files are due to having the wrong version of Microsoft Notepad installed.


More Causes of Problems Opening Ss

In the majority of cases, installing the right version of Microsoft Notepad will resolve your issue. If you are still having problems opening S files, there may be other issues that are preventing you from opening these files. These other problems include (listed in order from most to least common):

  • Invalid S file references in the Windows Registry (the "phonebook" of the Windows Operating System)
  • The S file description within the Windows Registry was removed
  • Invalid installation of a S-associated program (eg. Microsoft Notepad)
  • The S itself is corrupted
  • The S is infected with a virus
  • Device drivers of the hardware associated with your S file are corrupt or out-of-date
  • Your PC doesn’t have enough available resources to open the Source Code File file

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