Known SQUASHFS Files

Chief SQUASHFS Description

.SQUASHFS

File ID:	.squashfs
File Type:	Squashfs File System File

A compressed file associated with Squashfs read-only file system program. It contains the file system data in a compressed read-only format. It supports inodes, files, as well as directories. It is optimized to archive and read-only file system use.

Developer:	Open Source
Division:	Data Files
Folder:	HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.squashfs

Software Programs That Open The Squashfs File System File:

7-Zip by Igor Pavlov

Windows

Android

Linux

Squashfs by Open Source

Linux

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Troubleshooting Problems Opening SQUASHFS Files

Typical SQUASHFS Opening Challenges

Missing 7-Zip

When you double-click your SQUASHFS file, you may see a dialog box from your operating system stating that it "Cannot Open This File Type". If so, it typically means that you don't have 7-Zip installed for %%os%%. Your operating system cannot associate your SQUASHFS with 7-Zip, so double-clicking the file won't work.

Tip: When another SQUASHFS application is installed, you can choose to open it by selecting "Show Apps" and using that program.

7-Zip Requires Update

In other instances, your Squashfs File System File file version may not be supported by your version of 7-Zip. Visit the Igor Pavlov website to download (or purchase) the latest version of 7-Zip. Your Squashfs File System File file was probably created by a newer release of 7-Zip than what's currently installed your computer.

Tip: Find clues on the correct software version by right-clicking your SQUASHFS file and clicking "Properties".

Ultimately, most of the difficulties opening SQUASHFS files are due to having the wrong version of 7-Zip installed.

More Causes of Problems Opening SQUASHFSs

Assuming you have the right 7-Zip version installed, other problems can prevent you from opening SQUASHFS files. If you are continuing to have errors with loading SQUASHFS files, other external issues might be to blame. These issues include:

• SQUASHFS file references in the Windows Registry are broken
• Corruption of the SQUASHFS file description inside the Registry
• Defective install of a SQUASHFS program, such as 7-Zip
• Your SQUASHFS can't be loaded properly (file corruption)
• Your SQUASHFS has adversely impacted by malware
• Hardware associated with SQUASHFS has outdated drivers
• Insufficient system resources to successfully open Squashfs File System File files