File Extension Database

Open 997 File

The file extension .997 is associated with several types of file formats and purposes. Here is a detailed explanation on how to open and use files with the 997 file extensions, each distinct usage of the file extension has its own dedicated chapter.

997 Functional Acknowledgement For EDI Transactions

The .997 file extension is primarily associated with Functional Acknowledgement files used in Electronic Data Interchange (EDI). A 997 file confirms that an EDI file was received and processed or provides a detailed error description if the processing failed. Organizations commonly use EDI software to transmit data to one another over the internet. If you receive a .997 file, you can use EDI software like Edisoft , OpenText or TrueCommerce to open and interpret the file contents.

997 Unknown File Format

Sometimes a .997 file cannot be opened and used as a Functional Acknowledgement for EDI Transactions. This can happen if the file is corrupted, or if the software required to read the file is not available on your system. In such cases, the .997 file is considered an unknown file format. A variety of file viewer and recovery solutions such as Universal Viewer, or File Magic can be used to view and possibly recover such files.

997 File Important Information

Files with the extension .997 can be opened with several programs and it's important to know that if a 997 file doesn't open when double clicked, it doesn't necessarily mean that you don't have the appropriate software installed. It could simply mean that the file was not associated correctly with the installed software that can read it. Also, remember to guard against downloading and opening .997 files from untrusted sources as they may contain malicious software. Always ensure to have a good quality security suite installed on your computer to scan the files. Sites AVG or Avast can help provide these security softwares.

How Can I Open 997 File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open 997 file is to find a 997 file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a 997 file is not opened in an application and you instead get a "Windows can't open a file" error message you should try looking for an application which can open the file in question.
If you know the application which can open 997 file then run it and see if there is a File->Open main menu option in the application.
If you don't know the application which function as 997 file opener then try to search online for "997 viewer", "application to open 997 file" or "open 997 file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open 997 file

How Can I Open 997 File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a 997 file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a 997 file is not opened in a Mac OS application and you instead get a "There is no application set to open the file" error message you can click on "Search App Store" in the error dialog and Mac OS will show you applications compatible with 997 file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as 997 file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open 997 file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open 997 file then try to search for "997 viewer", "application to open 997 file" or "read 997 file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read 997 file

How Can I Open 997 File on Android

If you downloaded a 997 file on Android device you can open it by following steps below:

In the Android apps list on your Android device find "My Files" or "File manager" app and tap to start it.
Tap on "Downloads" folder inside the app.
You should see your downloaded 997 file in that folder.
Tap on the file. If Android device supports opening the file you downloaded it will open in the corresponding app.
If file does not open you can look for the corresponding app that can open the file by searching Android App Store for the "997".
If you cannot open the file with the apps from Android App Store it is possible that the file could only be opened on desktop platforms such as Windows or Mac OS. Try searching for "997 viewer", "997 file reader" online and see if any desktop applications can open it.
It is also possible that the file you downloaded is outdated and is no longer supported.

How to Open 997 File on iPhone or iPad

To open 997 File on iOS device follow steps below:

We advies to open Files app on your iPhone or iPad device. You can find it by swiping down on the home screen and typing "Files" in the search bar.
Tap on the Downloads folder on the Files app home screen.
You will see all files that you recently downloaded. Tap on the 997 file to view it.
If you have the right app that can open it it will automatically launch and open your file.
If you don't have the app which can open it you need to serch Apple app store for "997". This way you can find apps which can open 997 files.
If this doesn't help it is possible that your file could be opened only by the desktop application. To find an app which can open it on desktop look for "997 viewer" or "997 file" online in your favorite search engine.

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