File Extension Database

Open MHTML File

The .MHTML file extension stands for Mime HTML. This file format is used to archive web pages, saving the HTML of the page along with all images, stylesheets, and other resources in a single file. MHTML is a convenient format for sharing or archiving web pages because it ensures that all components of the page are kept together, even if the original web page changes or disappears.

Understanding .MHTML Files

An .MHTML file is essentially a snapshot of a web page at a specific point in time. When you open an .MHTML file, you see the web page as it appeared when the .MHTML file was created, regardless of any changes that may have occurred on the live web page since that time. This can make .MHTML files very useful for things like web page backups or offline browsing.

Opening and Using .MHTML Files

Web Browsers

Most web browsers can open .MHTML files directly. To do this, you can usually just use the "File" -> "Open" menu in your browser, or you can drag and drop the .MHTML file onto your browser window. Once opened, the .MHTML file will display just like a normal web page, but all of the resources are being loaded from the .MHTML file instead of from the internet.

Text Editors

.MHTML files are essentially text files, so they can be opened with any text editor. However, since .MHTML files contain all of the resources of a web page, they can be quite large and difficult to interpret when viewed as plain text.

Conversion Tools

There are also various tools available that can convert .MHTML files to other formats, such as .PDF or .HTML. The process for this will depend on the specific tool being used, but it generally involves selecting the .MHTML file and the desired output format, then clicking a "Convert" button.

MHTML File Important Information

.MHTML files provide a convenient way to archive, share, and browse web pages offline. As with any file type, it's important to only open .MHTML files from trusted sources, as they have the potential to contain malicious code. Additionally, remember that an .MHTML file is a snapshot of a web page at a specific point in time, so it may not reflect the current state of the live web page.

Typical MHTML application file locations:

"C:\Program Files (x86)\Internet Explorer\iexplore.exe" -nohome
C:\Program Files (x86)\Opera\Opera.exe "%1"

Typical MHTML mime types:

message/rfc822

Frequently used application names to open MHTML files:

Internet Explorer
Opera

Frequently associated Windows objects:

mhtmlfile
Opera.HTML

How Can I Open MHTML File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open MHTML file is to find a MHTML file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a MHTML 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 MHTML 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 MHTML file opener then try to search online for "MHTML viewer", "application to open MHTML file" or "open MHTML file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open MHTML file

How Can I Open MHTML File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a MHTML file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a MHTML 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 MHTML file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as MHTML file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open MHTML file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open MHTML file then try to search for "MHTML viewer", "application to open MHTML file" or "read MHTML file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read MHTML file

How Can I Open MHTML File on Android

If you downloaded a MHTML 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 MHTML 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 "MHTML".
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 "MHTML viewer", "MHTML 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 MHTML File on iPhone or iPad

To open MHTML 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 MHTML 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 "MHTML". This way you can find apps which can open MHTML 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 "MHTML viewer" or "MHTML file" online in your favorite search engine.

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