What's the THEME File?

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THEME File Summary

The THEME File Extension has three different file types (mostly seen as the Microsoft Plus! Desktop Theme format) and can be opened with four distinctive software programs, with the dominant related application developed by Microsoft Corporation (Microsoft Windows software). Although THEME files are traditionally categorized as System Files, they can also be Settings Files.

Both desktop and mobile devices enable you to view and (sometimes) edit these files, depending on the software used. The Popularity Rating for THEME files is "Low", which means these files are not ordinarily found on an everyday user's device.

Although there is a lot more to know about THEME files, those are the most important details of these types of files. If you are having trouble opening these files, or would like more detailed information, please see our comprehensive information below.

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Sorts of THEME Files

  3 known file types use this extension

Dominant THEME File Type

.THEME
File Format:.theme
Group:Microsoft Plus! Desktop Theme

A THEME file contains settings used to customize the Windows desktop. It is saved in Microsoft's .INI text-based format. It includes colors, styles, and references to image and sound files used by the theme.

Created by: Microsoft Corporation
Kind:System Files
Key: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.theme

Software Programs That Open The Microsoft Plus! Desktop Theme:


Microsoft Windows by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

Microsoft Plus! by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

Additional THEME Files

.THEME
File Format:.theme
Group:Comodo Theme File

THEME File contains colors and styles that change the appearance of the COMODO program. It is used to personalize and change the look and feel of the software.

Created by: Comodo Group
Kind:Settings Files

Software Programs That Open Comodo Theme File Files:


Comodo Group Internet Security by Comodo Group

Compatible with:

Windows
.THEME
File Format:.theme
Group:GTK Theme Index File

THEME File contains desktop theme settings such as name, type, icons, background image, fonts, sounds, comment, window preferences, and color schemes.

Created by: Interscape
Kind:Settings Files

Software Programs That Open GTK Theme Index File Files:


GNOME Desktop by Interscape

Compatible with:

Linux

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THEME File Popularity


Device Used

Desktop (84.34%)
Mobile (14.29%)
Tablet (1.37%)


THEME File Complications


Issues Opening THEME Files

Microsoft Windows is Not Installed

Double-clicking your THEME file prompts the message "%%os%% Can't Open THEME File". Usually, this is because you do not have Microsoft Windows for %%os%% installed. You won't be able to double-click to open your THEME because your OS doesn't know what to do with it.


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


Wrong Version of Microsoft Windows is Installed

It is possible that your version of Microsoft Windows isn't able to open your Microsoft Plus! Desktop Theme file due to incompatibility. If you've got the wrong version of Microsoft Windows installed, you'll need to install the correct version. Most of the time your Microsoft Plus! Desktop Theme file was created by a newer Microsoft Windows than what you have installed.


Tip: Right-clicking on your THEME, then clicking "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac), can provide clues about your file version.


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


Other Causes of THEME File Opening Problems

Errors opening Microsoft Plus! Desktop Theme files can still occur even with the latest Microsoft Windows software installed on your computer. If you're still experiencing problems opening THEME files, there could be other computer problems. These other problems include (listed in order from most to least common):

  • Windows Registry THEME file paths that are incorrect
  • Deletion of the THEME file description from the Registry by mistake
  • Invalid installation of a THEME-associated program (eg. Microsoft Windows)
  • THEME file corruption
  • Your THEME has adversely impacted by malware
  • THEME-related hardware has device drivers that obsolete
  • Windows cannot load your Microsoft Plus! Desktop Theme file due to insufficient resources (eg. RAM)

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