SOM File Extension
Corel Paradox Sort Information
- File Type som
- Developer Corel Corporation
- Popularity
- Application Corel Quattro Pro
- Category Data Files
What is a SOM file?
Corel Paradox Sort Information, identified by the SOM extension, is a Data Files type and includes 6196 files.
With the creation of the Corel Paradox Sort Information (SOM), Corel introduced file format along with 27 programs built for their use.
SOM files are supported by Windows. You can others a SOM file using one of 2 programs, for example Corel Quattro Pro and WordPerfect Office.
How to open a SOM file?
The most common reason why a SOM file cannot be opened is the absence of required software. To fix this, select a compatible program from the list. Then visit the official developer website via the provided link, download the program, and install it on your system.
The most popular programs for working with SOM files are Corel Quattro Pro and WordPerfect Office. To get the latest version of Corel Quattro Pro, open the Corel website where a universal installer for all operating systems is available.
Once setup is done, your operating system should assign Corel Quattro Pro as the default app for SOM files.
Make Corel Quattro Pro the default SOM viewer
Changing the default program in Windows
- Start by right-clicking on your SOM file and selecting the "Open With" option. From there, click "Choose another app" to continue;
- Inside the popup window, scroll through the list of applications and specifically choose Corel Quattro Pro as the application to associate with your SOM file;
- Check the "Always use this app" checkbox and click "OK".
Change the default app to open files on Mac
- Right click or use Control + Left Click on the desired SOM file to access a dropdown menu of actions;
- Select "Open in application" and click "Other";
- Scroll down to the bottom of the window, where you will find the "Enable" menu. Default, "Recommended Programs" will be selected;
- In this menu, choose "All Programs" and navigate to Corel Quattro Pro. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to make it the default program.
Finding answers to SOM file problems
If you encounter issues with SOM files, don’t worry—most can be fixed with minor software adjustments. Refer to the troubleshooting tips below.
What are the signs that my SOM file is damaged?
Corrupted SOM data files may have one or more of the following symptoms:
- Opening or processing the file in Corel Quattro Pro or other programs causes instability or crashes in the program;
- The file shows errors when trying to open it or does not open completely;
- Unexpected expansion of the total size of the SOM file;
- Working with the file triggers the display of error messages;
Why does Corel Quattro Pro quit or crash unexpectedly?
Corel Quattro Pro crashes can be attributed to outdated software. Make sure you have installed the latest updates for Corel products.
A computer restart is often the key to solving numerous common problems. That’s why, it is recommended to restart the computer before making any changes to the software settings.
What methods can be used to repair a damaged SOM file?
Use a recovery program to open the damaged SOM file and navigate to the "Repair" menu item. Wait for the recovery process to finish, as it will automatically repair damaged data files.