File Extension Database

Open TEMP File

Basically, a TEMP file is created by some software packages in order to contain information temporarily during the time that we are creating a standard file, and after we close the program that we were using, automatically the temporary file should be erased

It is important to keep in mind that TEMP files are used with the aim of recovering data that may be lost in the event that the program or the PC stops abnormally and unexpectedly, that is, if, for example, we hangs an application or the operating system.

Although we mentioned that these files must be deleted when the program that created them is closed, the truth is that sometimes the system may not perform this task, so we should resort to manually deleting these files, since they can slow down the performance of the PC.

Windows

For Microsoft, most of the programs developed by this company use TEMP files for the function described above.

For example Word temporary files are created in a Windows temporary folder.

However, this folder may contain other files that are not of the TEMP type, which is why it is essential that we take the necessary precautions to delete them manually, since we could inadvertently be deleting a file from the system, and with this our computer stops working properly.

Linux

In Linux, just like in Windows, there are temporary system files. These files are stored in the following folders:

/tmp
/var/tmp

They are the most common folders to house TEMP files, however, there are others, which are sometimes created by some particular software.

Mac

Cache and TEMP files can include everything from your web browser cache and history, including cookies and passwords, message cache folders, partially completed downloads, temporary application files and folders, and much more, taking up space on your computer. Mac.

In all cases, it is recommended to periodically clean the TEMP files and the cache to avoid possible system slowdowns and possible instability events.

TEMP files can only be opened by the software that created them, in most cases there is no need to open them manually, therefore this action is not recommended for users.

How Can I Open TEMP File on Windows

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

How Can I Open TEMP File on Mac OS

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

How Can I Open TEMP File on Android

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

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

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