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"Although not commonly encountered, the MSHI file extension is primarily associated with Microsoft Help Indexer. This type of file is mainly used by developers who wish to create and manage files that aid in software or website documentation.
The global standard to open and work with MSHI files is Microsoft Help Indexer software. As the primary use is in the programming and software development industry, it allows developers to create .mshi files that can be utilized to provide informational services to users of a particular software.
As dealing with .mshi files often requires a degree of technical expertise, it's crucial to understand the function of Microsoft Help Indexer in this context. Primarily, it generates an index (an .mshi file) of all the topics in a collection of help files, which can then be read and used by Microsoft Help Viewer. While the Microsoft Help Indexer is predominantly used by software developers, an understanding of this tool certainly benefits anyone working with .mshi files.
For a comprehensive guide on how to use the Microsoft Help Indexer, visit Microsoft Developer Documentation.
While the primary use of the .mshi extension is with the Microsoft Help Indexer, it's important to note that some other, less common applications also use this file type. However, these are edge cases and not typically encountered by most users.
In terms of accessibility, most MSHI files are not meant to be opened by the average user. They are typically used by the system to provide help documentation to the user. However, if you need to open an MSHI file, it's most likely because you are a developer or programmer needing access to the system-embedded information residing within the MSHI file.
For information on how to handle such tasks, visit Microsoft Developer's Guide."
How Can I Open MSHI File on Windows
We researched and learned that the best way to open MSHI file is to find a MSHI file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a MSHI file is not opened in an application and you instead get a "Windows can't open a file" error message you should try looking for an application which can open the file in question.
If you know the application which can open MSHI file then run it and see if there is a File->Open main menu option in the application.
If you don't know the application which function as MSHI file opener then try to search online for "MSHI viewer", "application to open MSHI file" or "open MSHI file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open MSHI file
How Can I Open MSHI File on Mac OS
We recommend to find a MSHI file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a MSHI file is not opened in a Mac OS application and you instead get a "There is no application set to open the file" error message you can click on "Search App Store" in the error dialog and Mac OS will show you applications compatible with MSHI file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as MSHI file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open MSHI file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open MSHI file then try to search for "MSHI viewer", "application to open MSHI file" or "read MSHI file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read MSHI file
How Can I Open MSHI File on Android
If you downloaded a MSHI file on Android device you can open it by following steps below:
In the Android apps list on your Android device find "My Files" or "File manager" app and tap to start it.
Tap on "Downloads" folder inside the app.
You should see your downloaded MSHI file in that folder.
Tap on the file. If Android device supports opening the file you downloaded it will open in the corresponding app.
If file does not open you can look for the corresponding app that can open the file by searching Android App Store for the "MSHI".
If you cannot open the file with the apps from Android App Store it is possible that the file could only be opened on desktop platforms such as Windows or Mac OS. Try searching for "MSHI viewer", "MSHI file reader" online and see if any desktop applications can open it.
It is also possible that the file you downloaded is outdated and is no longer supported.
How to Open MSHI File on iPhone or iPad
To open MSHI File on iOS device follow steps below:
We advies to open Files app on your iPhone or iPad device. You can find it by swiping down on the home screen and typing "Files" in the search bar.
Tap on the Downloads folder on the Files app home screen.
You will see all files that you recently downloaded. Tap on the MSHI file to view it.
If you have the right app that can open it it will automatically launch and open your file.
If you don't have the app which can open it you need to serch Apple app store for "MSHI". This way you can find apps which can open MSHI files.
If this doesn't help it is possible that your file could be opened only by the desktop application. To find an app which can open it on desktop look for "MSHI viewer" or "MSHI file" online in your favorite search engine.
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