STATUS File Extension

STATUS file icon

UDraw(Graph)

What is a STATUS file?

The STATUS extension is related to UDraw(Graph) and is classified in the Configuration Files category, which contains 200 files.

The UDraw(Graph) (STATUS), created by Universität Bremen, is one of file format they developed, and they also built programs to support them.

STATUS file support extends to various operating systems, including Windows, Linux and Mac OS. When working with STATUS files, you can rely on 4 programs, including Sublime Text, Atom and PSPad.

How to open a STATUS file?

If you can’t open a STATUS file, it is usually because the necessary software is missing. To resolve the issue, select the right program from the list for your operating system. Then go to the official website of the developer, download the software, and install it.

Thanks to their popularity, Sublime Text, Atom and PSPad are often the go-to programs for managing STATUS files. If you need the newest version of Sublime Text, just access the Sublime HQ Pty website. From there you can download the installer compatible with all systems.

Once setup is done, your operating system should assign Sublime Text as the default app for STATUS files.

Set Sublime Text as the default STATUS handler

Choose an app to open a file on Mac

  1. Right click or use Control + left click on the desired STATUS file to launch the file options menu;
  2. Choose "Open in Application" and click "Other";
  3. Scroll down to the bottom of the window, where you will find the "Enable" menu. Default, "Recommended Programs" will be selected;
  4. In this menu, choose "All Programs" and navigate to Sublime Text. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to make it the default program.

Change a default app in Windows

  1. Take the first step by right-clicking on your STATUS file. Next, select "Open With" and then choose "Choose another app" from the available options;
  2. In the pop-up window, find and select the Sublime Text application from the available options;
  3. Make sure the "Always use this app" checkbox is checked and click "OK" to confirm your choice as the default app for opening STATUS files.

Effective solutions for STATUS file problems

If you encounter issues with STATUS files, don’t worry—most can be fixed with minor software adjustments. Refer to the troubleshooting tips below.

What can lead to sudden Sublime Text crashes?

Lack of software updates is a possible reason behind Sublime Text crash. Keep your Sublime HQ Pty products up to date by installing the latest updates.

Restarting your computer can resolve numerous common problems, so it should be the initial step before changing any software-related settings.

What is the recommended approach to repair a damaged STATUS file?

In a data recovery program, open the damaged STATUS file and select the "Repair" menu option. Wait for the recovery process to finish, allowing automatic repair of damaged configuration files.

How do I know if my STATUS file has been damaged?

Characteristics of corrupted STATUS configuration files can include:

  • Error alerts occur when actions are performed on the file;
  • Editing the archive in Sublime Text is hampered by poor overall performance;
  • The file does not respond or shows errors when opening it;
  • Unexplained STATUS file size inflation;
  • The file stops responding or freezes in Sublime Text or other programs;

How to edit a STATUS file?

To modify STATUS files, you need to install special software that makes it possible to open and edit configuration files. Online STATUS editors are more restricted compared to software designed for UDraw(Graph).

Best STATUS Editor Software in 2026

Following these criteria, we have put together a list of recommended STATUS editors.

STATUS Editor SoftwareDeveloperPlatformsOverall Rating
PSPadJan FialaWindows4.7 out of 5 (41 review)
Notepad++Notepad++ TeamWindows4.6 out of 5 (37 reviews)
Sublime TextSublime HQ PtyWindows, Mac OS, Linux4.6 out of 5 (39 reviews)
Atom-Windows, Mac OS, Linux4.1 out of 5 (36 reviews)