Sources of JS Problems
Frequent JS Opening Issues
Missing Notepad++
You encounter an error message such as "%%os%% Can't Open JS Files" when trying to open your JS. Generally, this is experienced in %%os%% because Notepad++ isn't installed on your PC. The typical path of opening your JS with a double-click won't work because %%os%% cannot make the program connection.
Tip: When another JS application is installed, you can choose to open it by selecting "Show Apps" and using that program.
Notepad++ Requires Update
Sometimes your installed version of Notepad++ won't support your JavaScript File file. Download the latest Notepad++ version from the Don Ho website to ensure you have the correct one installed. The primary cause of this problem is that your JavaScript File file was created by a different (newer) version of Notepad++ than what's installed.
Tip: Investigate your JS file by right-clicking and selecting "Properties" to find clues on what version you need.
Primarily, problems experienced when opening JS files are due to having the incorrect version of Notepad++ installed on your computer.
Other Causes of JS File Opening Problems
In the majority of cases, installing the right version of Notepad++ will resolve your issue. Other JS opening errors can be created by other system problems inside of %%os%%. Additional factors include:
- Corrupt Windows Registry file path references for JS
- Mistaken removal of the Windows registry JS description
- Corrupt install of Notepad++ or other JS-related program
- Something has caused file corruption of your JS
- The JS is infected with a virus
- JS-related hardware has device drivers that obsolete
- Too many applications are open on your PC to load your JavaScript File file successfully
Quiz: Which file extension is not a type of spreadsheet?
That's Correct!
An XES file is a type of Settings File, used to store program configuration details. Although it has "X" in the name, it is not a spreadsheet file.
Close, but not quite...
An XES file is a type of Settings File, used to store program configuration details. Although it has "X" in the name, it is not a spreadsheet file.
Poll: Which type of computing device you most often use to open files?