File extension .STRINGS
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Text Strings Format | Apple | Text Files |
The .STRINGS file extension is a text file which stores plain text strings. It is usually used by software developers for storing different kinds of text strings, such as the titles of buttons, check boxes or labels in user interfaces.
Technical Details
Specifically, a .STRINGS file contains sequences of Unicode characters (UTF-16) and are saved in plain text format. It is particularly common in programs written in the Objective-C programming language for Apple’s macOS, iOS, or watchOS platforms. On the other hand, similar files are also used by Microsoft in its Windows operating systems and may be opened with Notepad.
Similar File Formats
Most related to the .STRINGS file are: the .PLIST, .CSV, .XML, .JSON, .SAVF, and the .RESX files.
Programs for MAC system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .STRINGS) 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 .STRINGS 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 .STRINGS 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 .STRINGS 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 .STRINGS extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .STRINGS file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .STRINGS 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 .STRINGS file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .STRINGS file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .STRINGS 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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