File extension .MAN
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Unix Text Manual Format | N/A | Text Files |
The MAN file extension is a Unix Manual format used for online documentation. It is usually written in groff, although some older manual files may use the Troff formatting language. This type of manual contains information on how to use various applications and commands from a Unix-like system, and can be viewed through the man command.
Manual files stored with the MAN file extension serve as the primary guide to a system's available software and commands, or help users gain more understanding about a particular application that they are using. They can include examples, illustrations, and screenshots or other visuals to help explain the material, as well as the core usage of the commands in the manual includes title page information, table of contents, sections, descriptions, summaries, and indexes.
Similar File Extensions
NROFF, TROFF, and NEFF are other similar extensions related to generic Unix manual format files.
Programs for WINDOWS system
Programs for MAC system
Programs for LINUX system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .MAN) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .MAN extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .MAN file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .MAN extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .MAN extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .MAN file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .MAN file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .MAN file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .MAN file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .MAN file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines
Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
New technologies enthusiast, helping to solve problems with the files.
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