Understanding VSMACROS Issues
Common Problems Opening VSMACROS Files
Missing Microsoft Visual Studio
Double-clicking your VSMACROS file prompts the message "%%os%% Can't Open VSMACROS File". If this is the case, it's usually due to the fact that you do not have Microsoft Visual Studio for %%os%% installed on your computer. This will prevent you from double-clicking to open the VSMACROS file because the OS doesn’t know how to handle it.
Tip: If you know of another program that can open your VSMACROS file, you can try opening it by selecting the application from the programs listed.
Obsolete Version of Microsoft Visual Studio
Occasionally, you might have an outdated version of Microsoft Visual Studio installed that's incompatible with your Visual Studio Binary Macro Project type. If you've got the wrong version of Microsoft Visual Studio installed, you'll need to install the correct version. Most of the time your Visual Studio Binary Macro Project file was created by a newer Microsoft Visual Studio than what you have installed.
Tip: Find clues on the correct software version by right-clicking your VSMACROS file and clicking "Properties".
Summary: In either case, the majority of problems opening VSMACROS files are related to not having the correct software application installed on your computer.
Other VSMACROS File Issues
Assuming you have the right Microsoft Visual Studio version installed, other problems can prevent you from opening VSMACROS files. If you are continuing to have errors with loading VSMACROS files, other external issues might be to blame. Other contributing causes:
- Windows Registry VSMACROS file paths that are incorrect
- The VSMACROS file description within the Windows Registry was removed
- Invalid installation of a VSMACROS-associated program (eg. Microsoft Visual Studio)
- File corruption affecting your VSMACROS file
- The VSMACROS is infected with a virus
- Drivers associated with VSMACROS software need to be updated
- Your computer does not have the adequate system resources to open the Visual Studio Binary Macro Project format
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MPEGs are a type of compressed video file. Videos shot with cell phones, digital cameras, and other devices typically use this format.