TEXTCLIPPING File Extension
Mac OS X Text Clipping Format
- File Type textclipping
- Developer Apple
- Popularity
- Application Apple Finder
- Category Text Files
- Format Binary
What is a TEXTCLIPPING file?
Mac OS X Text Clipping Format, identified by the TEXTCLIPPING extension, is a Text Files type and includes 315 files.
With the creation of the Mac OS X Text Clipping Format (TEXTCLIPPING), Apple introduced file format along with 72 programs built for their use.
TEXTCLIPPING files are supported by Mac OS. You can open a TEXTCLIPPING file using one of 5 programs, for example Apple Finder, TextEdit and macOS.
Programs that support TEXTCLIPPING files
How to open a TEXTCLIPPING file?
The most common reason why a TEXTCLIPPING 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 TEXTCLIPPING files are Apple Finder, TextEdit and macOS. To get the latest version of Apple Finder, open the Apple website where a universal installer for all operating systems is available.
Once setup is done, your operating system should assign Apple Finder as the default app for TEXTCLIPPING files.
Make Apple Finder the default TEXTCLIPPING viewer
Changing the default program in Windows
- Start by right-clicking on your TEXTCLIPPING 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 Apple Finder as the application to associate with your TEXTCLIPPING 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 TEXTCLIPPING 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 Apple Finder. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to make it the default program.
Convert to and from TEXTCLIPPING
If a TEXTCLIPPING file is difficult to handle, you might try converting it to formats such as JPG, JPEG, PNG, PDF or similar, which may be easier to work with.
Please note that after converting a TEXTCLIPPING file, some functionality may differ from the original. However, in many cases, it can be converted back to its original format.
Convert TEXTCLIPPING to other file formats
Finding answers to TEXTCLIPPING file problems
If you encounter issues with TEXTCLIPPING files, don’t worry—most can be fixed with minor software adjustments. Refer to the troubleshooting tips below.
What are the signs that my TEXTCLIPPING file is damaged?
Corrupted TEXTCLIPPING text files may have one or more of the following symptoms:
- Poor performance when editing a file in macOS;
- Opening or processing the file in Apple Finder 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 TEXTCLIPPING file;
- Working with the file triggers the display of error messages;
Why does Apple Finder quit or crash unexpectedly?
Apple Finder crashes can be attributed to outdated software. Make sure you have installed the latest updates for Apple 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 TEXTCLIPPING file?
Use a recovery program to open the damaged TEXTCLIPPING file and navigate to the "Repair" menu item. Wait for the recovery process to finish, as it will automatically repair damaged text files.
How to edit a TEXTCLIPPING file?
To edit TEXTCLIPPING files, you need to install specialized software that allows you not only to open but also to modify text files. Online TEXTCLIPPING editors usually provide fewer features than software created specifically for Mac OS X Text Clipping Format.
List of Top TEXTCLIPPING editors 2026
Following these criteria, we have put together a list of recommended TEXTCLIPPING editors.