File Extension Database

Open NAMES File

The NAMES file extension is not commonly used and does not have a single, universally agreed-upon application. However, it can be associated with different types of files depending on the program they are used in. This article will cover information about the potential formats and ways to open or use files with the NAMES file extension. We'll dedicate separate sections to each possible use of this file extension.

Source Code Files

IBM is known to utilise the NAMES file extension in certain programming environments to represent source code files. These files can be opened and edited using text editors like Notepad++ or code-specific editors like Visual Studio Code or Atom.

Research Data Files

In academic and scientific research, the NAMES file extension is often used to denote specially structured data files. A good example is the use of NAMES files in the Delve datasets, where it is used to describe the attributes of a corresponding data set. These files are usually opened using data analysis software or R, a language and environment for statistical computing and graphics.

Genbank Files

In bioinformatics, a NAMES file extension is often associated with Genbank, a genetic sequence database maintained by the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI). Genbank uses the NAMES file for databases that distinguish organisms based on genetic information. These files can be viewed and managed with tools such as BLAST.

NAMES File Important Information

While trying to open or work with NAMES files, remember that it's critical to consider the context or source of the file. Just as the same word can have different meanings in different languages, the same file extension can have multiple uses depending on the software it's designed for. Always use the software recommended by the data provider or check the file's contents with a text editor first to understand its structure.

How Can I Open NAMES File on Windows

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

How Can I Open NAMES File on Mac OS

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

How Can I Open NAMES File on Android

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

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

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