What is the SETTINGCONTENT-MS File Extension?

Author:   |   Edited: November 26, 2018

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SETTINGCONTENT-MS File Summary

Most SETTINGCONTENT-MS files can be viewed with Microsoft Windows 8 from Microsoft Corporation (the only known affiliated software application) and associated with the Microsoft Windows 8.1 Configuration Data format as it's primary file type. Generally, these files are considered Settings Files.

The SETTINGCONTENT-MS File Extension can be viewed on the Windows operating system. They are supported on both desktop and mobile devices. These files have a Popularity Rating of "Low", meaning they are not very commonly observed on your average hard disk.

If you would like to learn more about SETTINGCONTENT-MS files and the software that opens them, please see the additional detailed information below. Also, you can learn how to do some basic SETTINGCONTENT-MS file troubleshooting if you are having trouble opening these files.

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Known SETTINGCONTENT-MS Files


Primary SETTINGCONTENT-MS File Association

.SETTINGCONTENT-MS
Extension:.settingcontent-ms
Class:Microsoft Windows 8.1 Configuration Data

The SETTINGCONTENT-MS file suffix is related to the Microsoft Windows 8.1. The file contains default configuration in XML format for Windows functions such as updates installation, default apps to open specific types of files.

Developer: Microsoft Corporation
Division:Settings Files
Subkey: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.settingcontent-ms

Software Programs That Open The Microsoft Windows 8.1 Configuration Data:


Microsoft Windows 8 by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

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SETTINGCONTENT-MS Requests


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Troubleshoot SETTINGCONTENT-MS Files


Typical SETTINGCONTENT-MS Opening Challenges

Microsoft Windows 8 Isn't There

You attempt to load your SETTINGCONTENT-MS file and get an error such as "%%os%% Can't Open The SETTINGCONTENT-MS File Extension". When this happens, it is commonly due to Microsoft Windows 8 missing in %%os%%. Your operating system cannot associate your SETTINGCONTENT-MS with Microsoft Windows 8, so double-clicking the file won't work.


Tip: If you don't have Microsoft Windows 8 installed, and you know of another program to open your SETTINGCONTENT-MS file, you can try opening it by selecting from the programs listed under "Show Apps".


Outdated Microsoft Windows 8

Your Microsoft Windows 8.1 Configuration Data file is incompatible with Microsoft Windows 8 because you might have the wrong version installed. You will need to download a newer version of Microsoft Windows 8 if you don't have the right version. This problem is most common when you have an older version of the software application, and your file was created by a newer version that it cannot recognize.


Tip: Sometimes you can get a clue about the version of SETTINGCONTENT-MS file you have by right clicking on the file, then clicking on "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac OSX).


Regardless, most of the SETTINGCONTENT-MS file opening problems relate to not having the right version of Microsoft Windows 8 installed.


More Causes of Problems Opening SETTINGCONTENT-MSs

Assuming you have the right Microsoft Windows 8 version installed, other problems can prevent you from opening SETTINGCONTENT-MS files. There can be other issues - unrelated to software - preventing you from opening SETTINGCONTENT-MS files. These issues include:

  • Corrupt Windows Registry file path references for SETTINGCONTENT-MS
  • Mistaken removal of the Windows registry SETTINGCONTENT-MS description
  • Defective install of a SETTINGCONTENT-MS program, such as Microsoft Windows 8
  • File corruption affecting your SETTINGCONTENT-MS file
  • Your SETTINGCONTENT-MS has adversely impacted by malware
  • Drivers associated with SETTINGCONTENT-MS software need to be updated
  • Your computer does not have the adequate system resources to open the Microsoft Windows 8.1 Configuration Data format

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