TextMaker

TextMaker software icon
  • Developer SoftMaker
  • Platforms Desktop
  • Operating Systems Windows
  • Supported formats 15
  • Rating
    4.6 (41 vote)

TextMaker covers 15 file extensions, making it easy to open, edit, and convert files to different formats. The table provides information about the program’s features and the file extensions it supports.

TextMaker can be used for daily work with various file extensions. Open and view files in PDF, RTF, DOC and additional formats effortlessly.

TextMaker allows converting files from one format to another, simplifying file sharing.

Visit the official SoftMaker developer website to get the latest version of TextMaker.

TextMaker developer’s website

Solve problems with TextMaker

Why does TextMaker quit or crash unexpectedly?

The absence of software updates can cause TextMaker to crash. It is recommended to install the latest available updates for developer 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 are the steps to set TextMaker as the default program to open files?

Changing Default Programs in Windows

  1. Right-click your file, then navigate to the "Open With" option and click "Choose Another Application" to continue;
  2. In the pop-up window, select the TextMaker application;
  3. Check the "Always use this app" checkbox and click "OK".

Change default apps on Mac

  1. Right click or Control + left click on the desired file;
  2. Select "Open in application" and click "Other";
  3. Look at the bottom of the window, where you will see the "Enable" menu. "Recommended Programs" will be selected as the default option;
  4. In this menu, select "All Programs", then find TextMaker and check the box next to "Always open in the application."

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