Practical Guide to Fixing .HTM Files on Windows 10/11

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Practical Guide to Fixing .HTM Files on Windows 10/11

What is a .HTM file?

An HTM file is an HTML webpage used by web browsers, such as Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Mozilla Firefox. It may contain hyperlinks and markup language, which defines the elements and layout of a webpage.

What Are Common Causes of ".HTM" Files Lost or Failure?

There are several common causes of ".HTM" files being lost or failing:

  1. Accidental deletion: Users may accidentally delete ".HTM" files while organizing or cleaning up their computer systems.
  2. File system corruption: File system corruption can occur due to software or hardware issues, causing ".HTM" files to become inaccessible or lost.
  3. Virus or malware attacks: Viruses or malware can infect ".HTM" files, leading to file corruption or deletion.
  4. Power outages or system crashes: Unexpected power outages or system crashes can interrupt the saving or opening of ".HTM" files, resulting in file loss or failure.
  5. Hardware failure: Hard drive failure, faulty RAM, or other hardware issues can cause ".HTM" files to become lost or inaccessible.
  6. Software conflicts or errors: Incompatibility between software applications or errors within the software itself can lead to ".HTM" file failure.
  7. Human error: Mistakes made by users, such as improper file handling or accidental formatting of storage devices, can result in ".HTM" file loss.
  8. Sudden removal of storage devices: Removing storage devices abruptly, such as unplugging a USB drive without safely ejecting it, can cause ".HTM" files to become corrupted or lost.
  9. File system conversion: Converting file systems, such as from FAT32 to NTFS, can sometimes lead to data loss or file failure, including ".HTM" files.
  10. Software updates or upgrades: Updating or upgrading software applications may sometimes lead to compatibility issues or file corruption, resulting in ".HTM" file loss or failure.

How to recover lost ".HTM" files?

Sometimes while working with a computer, laptop or other stationary or mobile devices, you may encounter various bugs, freezes, hardware or software failures, even in spite of regular updates and junk cleaning. As a result, an important ".HTM" file may be deleted.

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By no means should you think that the only way to recover a ".HTM" file is always to create it once more.

Use programs for recovering ".HTM" files if a file was lost after accidental or deliberate deleting, formatting the memory card or the internal storage, cleaning the storage device, after a virus attack or a system failure.

Programs to recover ".HTM" files

Looking for a way to get files back? In cases when files were deleted and they cannot be restored by using standard operating system tools, use Hetman Partition Recovery.

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Follow the directions below:

  1. Download Hetman Partition Recovery, install and start the program.

  2. The program will automatically scan the computer and display all hard disks and removable drives connected to it, as well as physical and local disks.

    File Recovery Software
  3. Double-click on the disk from which you need to recover ".HTM" files, and select analysis type.

    Hetman Partition Recovery - Analysis Type
  4. When the scanning is over, you will be shown the files for recovery.

    Hetman Partition Recovery - Files that Can be Restored
  5. To find a file you need, use the program’s interface to open the folder it was deleted from, or go to the folder "Content-Aware Analysis" and select the required file type.

    Hetman Partition Recovery - Deep Scan
  6. Select the files you have been looking for and click "Recovery".

    File Recovery Software - Files List for Recovery
  7. Choose one of the methods for saving the files and recover them.

    Saving recovered files in Hetman Partition Recovery

How to open file with ".HTM" extension?

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Programs that open ".HTM" files

Windows
File Viewer Plus File Viewer Plus
Google Chrome Google Chrome
Other <a href=Web browser"> Other Web browser
Microsoft Visual Studio Code Microsoft Visual Studio Code
Adobe Dreamweaver CC 2019 Adobe Dreamweaver CC 2019
Adobe ColdFusion Builder Adobe ColdFusion Builder
Microsoft Visual Web Developer Microsoft Visual Web Developer
Microsoft Visual Studio 2019 Microsoft Visual Studio 2019
Microsoft Notepad Microsoft Notepad
Any <a href=text editor"> Any text editor
Mac
Apple Safari Apple Safari
Mozilla Firefox Mozilla Firefox
Other <a href=Web browser"> Other Web browser
Adobe Dreamweaver CC 2019 Adobe Dreamweaver CC 2019
Microsoft Visual Studio Code Microsoft Visual Studio Code
Adobe ColdFusion Builder Adobe ColdFusion Builder
Any <a href=text editor"> Any text editor
Linux
Any <a href=Web browser"> Any Web browser
Microsoft Visual Studio Code Microsoft Visual Studio Code
Any <a href=text editor"> Any text editor
Android
File Viewer for Android File Viewer for Android

Additional Information

  • File type: Hypertext Markup Language File

  • File extension: .HTM

  • Developer: Невідомо

  • Category: Web Files

  • Format: Text

  • HEX: 3C 21

  • ASCII: <!

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Vladimir Artiukh

Author: Vladimir Artiukh, Technical Writer

Vladimir Artiukh is a technical writer for Hetman Software, as well as the voice and face of their English-speaking YouTube channel, Hetman Software: Data Recovery for Windows. He handles tutorials, how-tos, and detailed reviews on how the company’s tools work with all kinds of data storage devices.

Oleg Afonin

Editor: Oleg Afonin, Technical Writer

Oleg Afonin is an expert in mobile forensics, data recovery and computer systems. He often attends large data security conferences, and writes several blogs for such resources as xaker.ru, Elcomsoft and Habr. In addition to his online activities, Oleg’s articles are also published in professional magazines. Also, Oleg Afonin is the co-author of a well-known book, Mobile Forensics - Advanced Investigative Strategies.

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Questions and answers

  • What is the meaning of a .HTM file extension, and how does it differ from a .HTML file?

    The .HTM file extension is used to denote web pages that are written in Hypertext Markup Language (HTML). The .HTM extension is an alternative to the more commonly used .HTML extension.

    In terms of functionality and content, there is no difference between .HTM and .HTML files. Both extensions represent the same type of file that contains HTML code, which is used to structure and format the content of web pages.

    The reason for having two different extensions (.HTM and .HTML) is primarily historical. In the early days of the web, some operating systems, such as MS-DOS, limited file extensions to three characters, so .HTM was used as a shortened version of .HTML. However, modern operating systems do not have such limitations, and both .HTM and .HTML extensions are widely supported and interchangeable.

  • How can I open a .HTM file on my computer or mobile device?

    To open a .HTM file on your computer or mobile device, you can follow these steps:

    Computer (Windows):

    • Right-click on the .HTM file.
    • Select "Open with" from the context menu.
    • Choose a web browser (e.g., Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge) to open the file.

    Computer (Mac):

    • Right-click (or Control-click) on the .HTM file.
    • Select "Open With" from the context menu.
    • Choose a web browser (e.g., Safari, Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox) to open the file.

    Mobile Device (Android):

    • Open a file manager app (e.g., Google Files, ES File Explorer).
    • Navigate to the location of the .HTM file.
    • Tap on the file to open it.
    • If prompted, choose a web browser (e.g., Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox) to open the file.

    Mobile Device (iOS):

    • Save the .HTM file to a cloud storage service (e.g., iCloud, Google Drive, Dropbox).
    • Install a web browser app (e.g., Safari, Google Chrome) from the App Store.
    • Open the web browser app.
    • Access the cloud storage service and navigate to the .HTM file.
    • Tap on the file to open it.

    Once the .HTM file is opened, it will be displayed as a web page in your chosen web browser on both computer and mobile devices.

  • Are there any specific software or applications required to view and edit .HTM files, or can they be accessed using a standard web browser?

    .HTML files can be accessed and viewed using a standard web browser like Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, or Safari. Web browsers are designed to interpret HTML code and display it as a webpage.

    To edit .HTML files, you can use a simple text editor like Notepad (Windows) or TextEdit (Mac). These basic text editors allow you to make changes to the HTML code directly. However, for more advanced editing and development, you might want to use specialized HTML editors like Adobe Dreamweaver, Microsoft Visual Studio Code, Sublime Text, or Atom. These editors provide additional features like syntax highlighting, code completion, and live preview to make the editing process easier.

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