CLIPPING File Extension
Apple Mac OS X Finder
- File Type clipping
- Developer Apple, Inc.
- Popularity
- Application TextEdit
- Category Text Files
What is a CLIPPING file?
Files with the CLIPPING extension are specifically tied to Apple Mac OS X Finder, a Text Files type, and there are 315 files in this category.
The Apple Mac OS X Finder (CLIPPING) was created by Apple, a company that developed file format and produced 72 programs for their use.
CLIPPING files are supported by Mac OS. If you need to open a CLIPPING file, you can use one of 5 programs, such as TextEdit, Apple Finder and ClippingSticker.
How to open a CLIPPING file?
If you’re having difficulty opening a CLIPPING file, it is often due to not having the correct software. To solve the problem, choose a compatible program from the list. Then follow the link to the official developer site, download the software, and install it on your device.
TextEdit, Apple Finder and ClippingSticker stand out as the preferred programs to manage CLIPPING files effectively. To install the latest version of TextEdit on your computer, visit the Apple website where you can download the version available for all operating systems.
After installation, your operating system should automatically open CLIPPING files with TextEdit.
Set TextEdit as the default CLIPPING handler
Choose an app to open a file on Mac
- Right click or use Control + left click on the desired CLIPPING file to launch the file options menu;
- Choose "Open in Application" and click "Other";
- Next, at the bottom of the window, you will see the "Enable" menu, in which "Recommended Programs" is selected by default;
- In this menu, select "All Programs", then find TextEdit and check the box next to "Always open in the application."
Set default programs for Windows
- Start by right-clicking on your CLIPPING file, then select "Open With" and continue by clicking "Choose another app" from the options provided;
- In the pop-up window, find and select the TextEdit application from the available options;
- Make sure the "Always use this app" checkbox is checked and click "OK" to confirm your choice as the default app for opening CLIPPING files.
Convert files to and from CLIPPING
If you have trouble working with a CLIPPING file, try converting it to JPG, JPEG, PNG, PDF or similar text files.
Be aware that converting a CLIPPING file may reduce some features, but you can usually revert it to the original format.
Convert CLIPPING to other file formats
Effective solutions for CLIPPING file problems
There are some common issues with CLIPPING files that can be resolved easily by making minor adjustments to your software. Below, you’ll find these issues along with practical troubleshooting tips.
What are the methods to detect if my CLIPPING file has been corrupted?
CLIPPING text files that have become corrupted may display one or more of the following symptoms:
- An unexplained increase in the size of the CLIPPING file;
- Trying to work with the archive in TextEdit or other programs causes instability or program crashes;
- The file does not open correctly or displays error messages;
- While working with the file, error alerts are encountered;
- The file exhibits poor performance during editing operations in Apple Finder;
Why does TextEdit crash?
Insufficient software updates can contribute to TextEdit crash. To avoid this, make sure that you have installed the latest updates for Apple products.
Restarting your computer can resolve numerous common problems, so it should be the initial step before changing any software-related settings.
How to repair a corrupted CLIPPING file?
Open the damaged CLIPPING file in a recovery program and select the "Repair" menu item to start the repair operation. Please wait patiently for the recovery process to finish as it will automatically repair the damaged text files.
How to edit a CLIPPING file?
To make changes to CLIPPING files, you need specialized software that allows both opening and editing the text files. Online CLIPPING editors offer fewer capabilities than applications optimized for Apple Mac OS X Finder.
Best CLIPPING editors 2026
Based on these criteria, we have prepared a list of available CLIPPING editors.
| CLIPPING Editor Software | Developer | Platforms | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Finder | Apple | Mac OS | 4.8 out of 5 (39 reviews) |
| TextEdit | Apple | Mac OS | 4.8 out of 5 (40 reviews) |