Windows 10: Why can't I open an installer file?

Discus and support Why can't I open an installer file? in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; I downloaded a file that when opened id supposed to prompt you with an installer wizard, but no matter what app I use to "Open" it it either... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by NiomeGhost, Jan 18, 2020.

  1. Why can't I open an installer file?


    I downloaded a file that when opened id supposed to prompt you with an installer wizard, but no matter what app I use to "Open" it it either re-downloads a duplacit, or tells me I need admin permissions. I am the admin, and have no other accounts linked to this PC My photo files and alike open just fine but I'm having problems with this installer. Can anybody help please?

    :)
     
    NiomeGhost, Jan 18, 2020
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  2. Ketxxx Win User

    opening .dds files with gimp

    Simply, HOW? I got the DDS plugin but the POS wont open DDS files still. Can someone give me a step-by-step rundown of how to install the DDS plugin for gimp so I know if I'm missing something?
     
    Ketxxx, Jan 18, 2020
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  3. jaydeee Win User
    PowerPoint file crashes PowerPoint upon opening

    since this happens in some of the computers only, suggest that you open the file on working computer and copy everything and paste to a new powerpoint file.
    most of the time it works to me. *Smile Why can't I open an installer file? :)
     
    jaydeee, Jan 18, 2020
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  4. Why can't I open an installer file?

    "open with" and opening of files slow

    Hello,

    Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.

    1. Since when are you facing this issue?
    2. Have you made any changes on your computer, prior to this issue?

    To fix issues with Word documents opening slowly, I suggest you to attach a different template to the document and check if that helps. Follow the below steps to attach a templates.

    Steps:-

    1. Open Word application.
    2. Click on File and select Options.
    3. Select Add-Ins from the list.
    4. Under Manage Select Templates and click on
      Go.
    5. In the pop up, type Normal in the Document template.
    6. Click on Ok.

    To fix issues with Adobe files opening slowly follow the below troubleshooting steps and check if that helps.

    Steps:-

    1. Open Adobe application.
    2. Click on Edit.
    3. Select Preferences option.
    4. Tap on General.
    5. Uncheck Enable protected mode at startup.

    Hope it helps.

    Sandeep Kumar M

    Microsoft Community – Moderator
     
    Sandeep_KM, Jan 18, 2020
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