TST File Issues: Why Your PC Won't Open TST Files

Few things are as frustrating as receiving a file that your computer refuses to open up. Understanding the reason why it won't work is the first step to finding a solution. Here are some of the most common error messages and issues when opening TST files.

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Common Error Messages

Error Message: The TST File is Corrupt

The only solution to a corrupt file, is to download a new copy, or to ask the sender to resend the file.

Error Message: Can't Find Software to Open the TST File

This error is quite easy to solve. Simply right-click on the TST file and select Pro/ENGINEER Temporary File, LinkWare Test Database, or TAC Compressed Audio from the dropdown list to create a default file type association. In future, it should automatically open in the software you selected.

Common TST-Related Issues

Issue: You Don't Have Pro/ENGINEER Temporary File, LinkWare Test Database, or TAC Compressed Audio Installed

You can simply download Pro/ENGINEER Temporary File, LinkWare Test Database, or TAC Compressed Audio software. TST uses Pro/ENGINEER Temporary File by default, but it is also compatible with LinkWare Test Database, and TAC Compressed Audio. If you have Pro/ENGINEER Temporary File, LinkWare Test Database, or TAC Compressed Audio installed, try make make one of these software packages your default file association for the TST file type extension.

Issue: You Have Pro/ENGINEER Temporary File, LinkWare Test Database, or TAC Compressed Audio Installed, But It's Still Not Working

If you have Pro/ENGINEER Temporary File, LinkWare Test Database, or TAC Compressed Audio installed and you still can't open the file, you should get in touch with the software developers for further assistance. See our chart below for who to contact:

Software Developer
Pro/ENGINEER Temporary File PTC
LinkWare Test Database Fluke Networks
TAC Compressed Audio K+K Research
WordPerfect Printer Test File Corel Corporation
TextShield Template Windows Programmer
ExamView Test File FSCreations Inc.
RPG Toolkit Tile File Christopher Matthews
TestGen Data Pearson Education

Issue: You Can't Install Pro/ENGINEER Temporary File, LinkWare Test Database, or TAC Compressed Audio

If for some reason you can't or don't want to install Pro/ENGINEER Temporary File, LinkWare Test Database, or TAC Compressed Audio, you could also search online for free software that uses TST files. But, as a word of caution, please be careful as many free software downloads are infected with malware or bundled with unwanted software.


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