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Basic information about NSF file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension NSF(*.NSF or *.nsf), 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 NSF file yourself.

There are 2 file types using the NSF file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the NSF file with their brief description and a list of programs that support NSF file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the NSF file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the NSF file?
  • How to open a NSF file?
  • What programs do I need to open a NSF file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a NSF file?
  • How to convert NSF files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to NSF file format?


1.Detail information about NSF file extension: Lotus Notes Database

File type Lotus Notes Database Category Database Files
Developer IBM File format Binary
Description NSF file is a Lotus Notes Database developed by IBM. Database file used by IBM Lotus business software; saved in the Notes Storage Facility (NSF) format, which stores data in document units called "notes;" used for storing collaborative business information such as mail and calendar data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert NSF files

Windows
IBM Lotus Notes
IBM Domino
Stellar Phoenix NSF to PST Converter
Stellar Phoenix Lotus Notes Recovery
Aryson NSF to PST Converter


2.Detail information about NSF file extension: NES Sound Format File

File type NES Sound Format File Category Audio Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description NSF file is a NES Sound Format File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert NSF files

Windows
DeliPlayer
VirtuaNES
Audio Overload
Nullsoft Winamp

macOS
Audio Overload
Nestopia

Linux
Audio Overload
XMMS with nsf-xmms plugin
FCEUX
Audacious



How to convert NSF files to another file format?

There are 2 records in our database eligible for NSF files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve NSF to another files conversion, you may use the option.



How to convert another files to NSF file format?

There are 1 records in our database eligible for another files to NSF file format conversion. If you want to achieve another files to NSF conversion, you may use the option.



Can't open a NSF 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.NSF”。

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 NSF extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support NSF 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 NSF 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 NSF file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a NSF 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 NSF file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

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

If the NSF 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.