Types of PANIC Files

Primary PANIC File Association

.PANIC

File Name:	.panic
Category:	Kernel Panic File

A PANIC file contains information about the state of the machine when a kernel panic occurred. It allows to report and debug computer crashes in Linux and Mac OS X systems.

Created by:	Open Source
File Category:	System Files
Subkey:	HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.panic

Software Programs That Open The Kernel Panic File:

Notepad++ by Don Ho

Windows

Mac

Linux

macOS by Apple

Mac

Microsoft Word by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

Mac

Apple TextEdit by Apple

Mac

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Troubleshooting Problems Opening PANIC Files

Common PANIC Opening Problems

Notepad++ Removed

When trying to open your PANIC file, you get the error "Can't Open PANIC File Type". If this is the case, it's usually due to the fact that you do not have Notepad++ for %%os%% installed on your computer. 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: Another PANIC-related program can be selected to open the file by clicking "Show Apps" and finding the application.

Notepad++ is Out-of-Date

Occasionally, you might have an outdated version of Notepad++ installed that's incompatible with your Kernel Panic File type. You will need to download a newer version of Notepad++ if you don't have the right version. This issue mainly occurs when your Kernel Panic File file was created by a newer version of Notepad++ than you have on your PC.

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

Primarily, problems experienced when opening PANIC files are due to having the incorrect version of Notepad++ installed on your computer.

Additional PANIC Opening Issues

In the majority of cases, installing the right version of Notepad++ will resolve your issue. There can be other issues - unrelated to software - preventing you from opening PANIC files. Issues that aren't software-related:

• Corrupt Windows Registry file path references for PANIC
• Mistaken removal of the Windows registry PANIC description
• Corrupt install of Notepad++ or other PANIC-related program
• File corruption affecting your PANIC file
• Your PANIC has adversely impacted by malware
• Device drivers for PANIC-related hardware are out-of-date
• Too many applications are open on your PC to load your Kernel Panic File file successfully