AUX File Issues: Why Your PC Won't Open AUX Files

Few things are as frustrating as receiving a file that your computer refuses to open up. Understanding the reason why it won't work is the first step to finding a solution. Here are some of the most common error messages and issues when opening AUX files.

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Common Error Messages

Error Message: The AUX File is Corrupt

The only solution to a corrupt file, is to download a new copy, or to ask the sender to resend the file.

Error Message: Can't Find Software to Open the AUX File

This error is quite easy to solve. Simply right-click on the AUX file and select Unknown Apple II File, TeX/LaTeX Auxilliary Reference File, or ChiWriter Auxilliary Dictionary File from the dropdown list to create a default file type association. In future, it should automatically open in the software you selected.

Common AUX-Related Issues

Issue: You Don't Have Unknown Apple II File, TeX/LaTeX Auxilliary Reference File, or ChiWriter Auxilliary Dictionary File Installed

You can simply download Unknown Apple II File, TeX/LaTeX Auxilliary Reference File, or ChiWriter Auxilliary Dictionary File software. AUX uses Unknown Apple II File by default, but it is also compatible with TeX/LaTeX Auxilliary Reference File, and ChiWriter Auxilliary Dictionary File. If you have Unknown Apple II File, TeX/LaTeX Auxilliary Reference File, or ChiWriter Auxilliary Dictionary File installed, try make make one of these software packages your default file association for the AUX file type extension.

Issue: You Have Unknown Apple II File, TeX/LaTeX Auxilliary Reference File, or ChiWriter Auxilliary Dictionary File Installed, But It's Still Not Working

If you have Unknown Apple II File, TeX/LaTeX Auxilliary Reference File, or ChiWriter Auxilliary Dictionary File installed and you still can't open the file, you should get in touch with the software developers for further assistance. See our chart below for who to contact:

Software Developer
Unknown Apple II File found on Golden Orchard Apple II CD Rom
TeX/LaTeX Auxilliary Reference File Unknown
ChiWriter Auxilliary Dictionary File Microsoft Developer
MegaHAL Ai Research
Geospatial Imaging ERDAS IMAGINE and LPS Data File Leica Geosystems LLC

Issue: You Can't Install Unknown Apple II File, TeX/LaTeX Auxilliary Reference File, or ChiWriter Auxilliary Dictionary File

If for some reason you can't or don't want to install Unknown Apple II File, TeX/LaTeX Auxilliary Reference File, or ChiWriter Auxilliary Dictionary File, you could also search online for free software that uses AUX files. But, as a word of caution, please be careful as many free software downloads are infected with malware or bundled with unwanted software.


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