[Q] Permanently change a file type for an extension so it can be set to Open As txt - T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989

I have some Windows WordPad text files that cannot be opened by an OfficeSuite app on my phone unless I tap and hold on a .wri file > check one .wri file > More > Open As > Text > OfficeSuite and CHECK Set as the default app.
Then it works but only once.
Next time I try, OfficeSuite launches but is unable to read it.
How can I permanently set an extension to Open As > Text

That depends on the file manager. You could try opening it with a text editor and then save it as a .txt file maybe...?
jrc2
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Thank you for posting.
I obviously can open the file by simply doing Open As > txt > and opening it with OfficeSuite.
So saving it as txt is unnecessary.
The question is about setting Android to open *every* file with .wri extension as a text.
When I tap on a .wri file it _does_ open by OfficeSuite but it says that it is corrupted. I am assuming that somehow the program is not opening it AS A TEXT FILE, I think it is opening it as something else - resulting in error.
So IF the Open As > Text works... how can I set that file extension to ALWAYS be opened as txt by OfficeSuite (a specific program which opens Microsoft Word files). This really is a Microsoft Word file created in Wordpad, not a simple text file.
jrc2 said:
That depends on the file manager. You could try opening it with a text editor and then save it as a .txt file maybe...?
jrc2
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If it is not a text file then upping it as text will not work.
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jrc2 said:
If it is not a text file then upping it as text will not work.
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All right. Let's rephrase the question.
1. File created in WordPad with a .wri extension. (Old versions of Windows had WordPad save files in .wri extension.)
2. I tap on a .wri file, OfficeSuite (app made by mobisystems) says it is a Corrupt File.
OfficeSuite routinely opens modern .doc and .docx Microsoft Word files so that was strange.
So I try Open As > Text and IT WORKS! OfficeSuite opens it just fine.
So how do I make it always open .wri files by just taping on a .wri file and not going through the Open As Text process? That is the thread question.

c627627 said:
All right. Let's rephrase the question.
1. File created in WordPad with a .wri extension. (Old versions of Windows had WordPad save files in .wri extension.)
2. I tap on a .wri file, OfficeSuite (app made by mobisystems) says it is a Corrupt File.
OfficeSuite routinely opens modern .doc and .docx Microsoft Word files so that was strange.
So I try Open As > Text and IT WORKS! OfficeSuite opens it just fine.
So how do I make it always open .wri files by just taping on a .wri file and not going through the Open As Text process? That is the thread question.
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Ok, that names more sense. Sorry if I misinterpreted your question [emoji6] . Are you opening the file through OfficeSuite or through a file manager?
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Once again, thanks for your time.
I prefer using ES File xplorer.
You gave me an idea so I tried opening it through Galaxy S2 default OS drawer My Files.
It says "Unable to find application to perform this action.
So I'd like to assign it for default opening and also preferably for ES File Explorer - the problem as described above was through ES File Explorer.

That is something the dev of es file explorer would have to add.
jrc2
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OK. How then would the native file explorer be made to open a file with a specific program after it says that it can't open a file but offering no options to choose a program to open it with?

Different file managers have different features.
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Since this is a T-Mobile Galaxy S2 forum, how about the native file manager?
How would you assign an extension to a program on default Galaxy S2?

How about posting the answer for *any* file manager?
jrc2 said:
Different file managers have different features.
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I cannot answer about the default file manager, as I am running a custom ROM
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---------- Post added at 12:54 PM ---------- Previous post was at 12:52 PM ----------
The application Root Browser will always open as what you select if you click always use this app. This should then open any file with that extension with office suite.
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I downloaded ES File Explorer, and now when I want to send an MMS and go to add an attachment, my phone asks me if I want to add it via File Explorer or Gallery. I will never send an MMS using File Explorer. How do I make it so File Explorer can't hook into that? I always want to open Gallery when I want to send an MMS.
Get file expert and unistall es way better
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I know for most times that happens, there is a check box at the bottom for "use this by default" so if it has that, check it. If it doesn't, you'll just have to deal with it.
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suprdave2 said:
I downloaded ES File Explorer, and now when I want to send an MMS and go to add an attachment, my phone asks me if I want to add it via File Explorer or Gallery. I will never send an MMS using File Explorer. How do I make it so File Explorer can't hook into that? I always want to open Gallery when I want to send an MMS.
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When it prompts, check the checkbox before selecting Gallery. This will make it always use the Gallery.
nimdae said:
When it prompts, check the checkbox before selecting Gallery. This will make it always use the Gallery.
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No checkbox is available to check unfortunately.

[Q] How to Convert Zip to apk file? is this possible?

Hi everyone
is this possible zip file convert to apk?
its very important cause i try to instal any zip file but my rom is not rooted!!
please if this possible tell me
Thanks
change file from zip to apk
to change file type from zip to apk on windows 7
1- open computer in start menu
2- press alt
3- select tools and choose folder options
4- go to view and uncheck hide extentions for known file types
5- finally go to the file you want to change and change its name (ex: .apk)
It depends if you downloaded a file which was a zip file but was packed as an apk then yes changing the extension of .zip to .apk would be fine if you know what I mean.
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Use zip2apk v1.0 to convert zip to apk
There is an application known as Zip2apk v1.0 that you can use to convert your zip to apk. unlike all other replies here where you have to interfere with your system settings, zip2apk v1.0 is a portable program built to convert zip to apks and does not alter system settings. link: f1compsolutions.kbo.co.ke/Zip2apk
thanks bro
ali magdy said:
to change file type from zip to apk on windows 7
1- open computer in start menu
2- press alt
3- select tools and choose folder options
4- go to view and uncheck hide extentions for known file types
5- finally go to the file you want to change and change its name (ex: .apk)
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thanks bro, this little help really help me so much, good job
Both methods work like a charm. :highfive:
ali magdy said:
to change file type from zip to apk on windows 7
1- open computer in start menu
2- press alt
3- select tools and choose folder options
4- go to view and uncheck hide extentions for known file types
5- finally go to the file you want to change and change its name (ex: .apk)
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This is really work Nice tip !
Thank you. I'm also searching for this info
No. Android binaries are located in a apk, you just can't turn a mod into a apk, the only way to build an apk is from Android SDK. Its not possible.
I recently made an android game, just for fun, and for some reason the site i was on changed it to a zip file instead of an apk file. I used a script to make this app. So it works, but i cant play it on my phone because it is in the zip format and whenever i rename it to .apk on my phone, it doesnt work. Any help wold be appreciated.
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Maurice5813 said:
No. Android binaries are located in a apk, you just can't turn a mod into a apk, the only way to build an apk is from Android SDK. Its not possible.
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Oh, how would i put my script into Android SDK?
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Hi,
I'm trying to do something along these lines.
I have a keyboard skin that I want to change it's theme from blue to green. I unpacked it several months ago with EasyApk and attempted this but eventually gave up.
I've done all of the color editing to the .png files but after zipping and changing the ext to apk, it won't install. I get this message... "There was a problem parsing the package."
Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
RuLEoF2 said:
Hi,
I'm trying to do something along these lines.
I have a keyboard skin that I want to change it's theme from blue to green. I unpacked it several months ago with EasyApk and attempted this but eventually gave up.
I've done all of the color editing to the .png files but after zipping and changing the ext to apk, it won't install. I get this message... "There was a problem parsing the package."
Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
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RuLEoF2, have you found a solution. I'm getting the same problem.
dabadoo said:
RuLEoF2, have you found a solution. I'm getting the same problem.
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Nope. The XDA well of good will towards those in need has apparently dried up. Either that or I'm on the do-do list for something.
I haven't gotten responses to any of my last several posts for quite a while now.
Good luck!
RuLEoF2 said:
Nope. The XDA well of good will towards those in need has apparently dried up. Either that or I'm on the do-do list for something.
I haven't gotten responses to any of my last several posts for quite a while now.
Good luck!
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I found a work around. I used 7zip in windows and made all of the edits (adding files, removing files, editing contents of files) I needed in the zip file WITHOUT unzipping it (7zip and winrar allow this). Once I did that I changed the extension back to apk and the app installed.
Hope this helps some people.
dabadoo said:
I found a work around. I used 7zip in windows and made all of the edits (adding files, removing files, editing contents of files) I needed in the zip file WITHOUT unzipping it (7zip and winrar allow this). Once I did that I changed the extension back to apk and the app installed.
Hope this helps some people.
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Not working for me. What editing program are you using for graphics?
For graphics, let's say images. I would work on whatever it is you need to add, outside of the zip, and then just add that file by replacing it with whatever it is you wanted to edit. Do you get what I'm saying?
I used 7zip on windows to do this.
REVIVE!!
Its like this for me, I got an apk of Loco Craft (Android Game) extracted it into a folder with winrar, then I modified a bunch of things in there, then I compressed it to a .rar file with WinRAR, then I renamed it from application.rar to application.apk. then when I sent it to my phone (Acer B1-730, Android 4.4.2) and opened the apk file, it said: "There was a problem parsing the package"! So what do I do? Please!!! I really want to try my new game! And pls help me I am only 9!!!
How I make a gems generator?
ali magdy said:
to change file type from zip to apk on windows 7
1- open computer in start menu
2- press alt
3- select tools and choose folder options
4- go to view and uncheck hide extentions for known file types
5- finally go to the file you want to change and change its name (ex: .apk)
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I want to create a gems generator for an outstanding game. Can anybody help me to create a gems generator like this

Best File Manager

Is there a file manager that allows you to modify files within a zip (like delete, copy, paste, etc.), and allows you to extract multiple zips at once? I've tried ES File Explorer and Solid Explorer but neither work.
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Try File Manager by Rhythm Software from the Play Store and enable "multiple selections mode"
DynamicN said:
Try File Manager by Rhythm Software from the Play Store and enable "multiple selections mode"
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Multiple selection = batch operation? I don't see it that way, maybe you don't get what he means.
For example, Root Explorer can open zips, multi select files, but won't multi un-zip or process the files within a zip.
AFAIK there's no normal file manager that can do zip well. Try finding a dedicated zip app (e.g. AndroZip, though I don't know if it can fulfill your needs because I haven't used that for long)
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How to locate video file downloaded / purchased from Samsung Hub.

Trying locate video file downloaded from Samsung Hub
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toanau said:
Trying locate video file downloaded from Samsung Hub
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You need to run a file explorer app such as ES File Explorer that gives you the option to show hidden files. Then they can be located in /sdcard/.samsungvideohub/contents/
They are encrypted and unplayable by any software other than the Samsung video app to my knowledge.
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sperho said:
You need to run a file explorer app such as ES File Explorer that gives you the option to show hidden files.
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Also the stock browser can do this: menu - settings - show hidden file.

[Q] Opening zip file attachments

I am trying to open / save a mpeg 4 video file that I converted from an avi file that I compressed into a zip file. I email the file to myself through gmail. When I click on the file I get a message that says I can't open or save this file. The same file can be opened on my desktop. I have the same issue on my phone which is also an android. I am running kitkat on the Nexus & Jellybean on my phone. Maybe I'm missing something or do I need a specific app to open the file ?
topjimmy17866 said:
I am trying to open / save a mpeg 4 video file that I converted from an avi file that I compressed into a zip file. I email the file to myself through gmail. When I click on the file I get a message that says I can't open or save this file. The same file can be opened on my desktop. I have the same issue on my phone which is also an android. I am running kitkat on the Nexus & Jellybean on my phone. Maybe I'm missing something or do I need a specific app to open the file ?
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Last I recall avi files dont compress much from a zip.
Plus you would have to deal with the zip file, lets say 300mb, then extract it, to another 300mb or so.
I think you would be better off just sending the avi file as is.
All you need to do is connect your nexus as a media device through the storage settings. (Make sure USB debugging is turned off in developer options). And then drag the uncompressed version over to your nexus from your computer. No need to email it if you have a computer. Make a folder called movies (don't have to just easier). And then download mxplayer from the play store of you haven't already.
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Download attachment
topjimmy17866 said:
I am trying to open / save a mpeg 4 video file that I converted from an avi file that I compressed into a zip file. I email the file to myself through gmail. When I click on the file I get a message that says I can't open or save this file. The same file can be opened on my desktop. I have the same issue on my phone which is also an android. I am running kitkat on the Nexus & Jellybean on my phone. Maybe I'm missing something or do I need a specific app to open the file ?
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Google is forbid us to save potential harmful attachment, including zip files.
So, If you insist using email, you need to open web browser and go to gmail website, login, and download the attached file.
Your file will be downloaded as downloadfile.bin.. You need to rename using file explorer to donwloadfile.zip, and then open & extract that file.
I'm using kitkat, and this method works for me.

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