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Basic information about 386 file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension 386（*.386 or *.386）, you do not need a computer expert. In most cases, using the helpful suggestions of experts contained in our website as well as appropriate programs, you can solve the problem with the 386 file yourself.

There are 1 file types using the 386 file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the 386 file with their brief description and a list of programs that support 386 file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the 386 file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the 386 file?
  • How to open a 386 file?
  • What programs do I need to open a 386 file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a 386 file?
  • How to convert 386 files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to 386 file format?


1.Detail information about 386 file extension: Windows Virtual Device Driver

File type Windows Virtual Device Driver Category System Files
Developer Microsoft File format N/A
Description 386 file is a Windows Virtual Device Driver developed by Microsoft. Device driver file used by Windows 3.x systems; allows one or more hardware devices to communicate with the computer; may also add support for internal components; "386" comes from the type of processor used in many early Windows machines.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert 386 files

Windows		 Microsoft Windows



Can't open a 386 file?

When you click a file to open it, operating system examines the filename extension. If operating system recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When operating system does not recognize a filename extension, you receive the following message:

”Can't open this file: example.386”。

To open this file, you install one of the applications from the list of software programs that you found here, you should be able to open, edit or convert the file with the 386 extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support 386 file?

If you do not know where you can download the application from our list, click on the link (which is the name of the program), you will find more information there on the location where to download the required application. Most often they are the websites of software manufacturers.


How to change file associations?

  • Right-click a file with the extension whose association you want to change, and then click "Open With".
  • In the "Open With" dialog box, click the program whith which you want the file to open, or click "Browse" to locate the program that you want.
  • Select the ”Always use the selected program to open this kind of file” check box.


Can I change the extension of 386 files?

Changing the filename extension of a file is not a good idea. When you change a file's extension, you change the way programs on your computer read/open the file. The problem is, changing the file extension does not change the file format. Select a software program from our list and install it on your computer. If the file has not opened correctly, you have to look for a different software program from our list. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.


What else may cause problems width open a 386 file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a 386 file on your computer may be at least several. The easiest thing is to find a suitable application installed on your computer, which will open a 386 file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the 386 file is damaged.
  • Whether the 386 file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the 386 file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the 386 file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the 386 file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a 386 file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a 386 file.

If the 386 file still not working with your software after eliminating the above shortcomings? That means that the problem is more complex and requires the help of a specialist.