Troubleshoot CES Files
Issues Opening CES Files
Unknown Software Removed
If you attempt to load your CES file, you experience a message such as "Can't Open CES Files". If so, it typically means that you don't have Unknown Software installed for %%os%%. The OS won't know what to do with your CES file, so double-clicking to load the file doesn't work.
Tip: Another CES-related program can be selected to open the file by clicking "Show Apps" and finding the application.
Incorrect Unknown Software Version
Occasionally, you might have an outdated version of Unknown Software installed that's incompatible with your Uncommon File Extension type. Visit the Unknown Developer website to download (or purchase) the latest version of Unknown Software. The primary cause of this problem is that your Uncommon File Extension file was created by a different (newer) version of Unknown Software than what's installed.
Tip: If you right-click on your CES file, then select "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac), you can obtain hints about what version you need.
Summary: In either case, the majority of problems opening CES files are related to not having the correct software application installed on your computer.
Other Causes of CES File Opening Problems
In the majority of cases, installing the right version of Unknown Software will resolve your issue. If you're still experiencing problems opening CES files, there could be other computer problems. Problems unrelated to software:
- Invalid CES file references in the Windows Registry (the "phonebook" of the Windows Operating System)
- The CES file description within the Windows Registry was removed
- Corrupt install of Unknown Software or other CES-related program
- File corruption affecting your CES file
- Your CES has adversely impacted by malware
- Device drivers of the hardware associated with your CES file are corrupt or out-of-date
- Too many applications are open on your PC to load your Uncommon File Extension file successfully
Quiz: Which of the following is not a MIME type?
That's Correct!
Spreadsheet MIME types do not begin with the "spreadsheet/" prefix, but instead start with the "application/" prefix. For example, an OpenDocument Spreadsheet: "application/vnd.oasis.opendocument.spreadsheet".
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Spreadsheet MIME types do not begin with the "spreadsheet/" prefix, but instead start with the "application/" prefix. For example, an OpenDocument Spreadsheet: "application/vnd.oasis.opendocument.spreadsheet".