CONTROL file format description

Many people often share .control files without providing instructions on how to use them. This can make it difficult for users to determine which program is compatible for editing, converting, or printing .control files. To address this issue, we have created this page to offer assistance and guidance on handling .control files. We provide information on compatible software, editing instructions and conversion options to help users effectively interact with .control files.

Our aim is to simplify the process and promote seamless use of the .control file format.

1 filename extension(s) found in our database.

.control - HEC-HMS Control Specifications Data

The CONTROL data files are related to HEC-HMS. The CONTROL file is a HEC-HMS Control Specifications Data. The Hydrologic Modeling System (HEC-HMS) is designed to simulate the complete hydrologic processes of dendritic watershed systems.

Application:

HEC-HMS

Category:

Data files

Mime-type:

application/octet-stream

Magic:

- / -

Aliases:

HEC-HMS Control Specifications Data related extensions:

.basin: HEC-HMS Basin Model Settings
.met: HEC-HMS Meteorologic Model Data

Naturally, other applications may also use the .control file extension. Even harmful programs can create .control files. Be especially cautious with .control files coming from an unknown source!

Can't open a .control file?

When you double-click a file to open it, Windows examines the filename extension. If Windows recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When Windows does not recognize a filename extension, you receive the following message:

Windows can't open this file:

example.control

To open this file, Windows needs to know what program you want to use to open it. Windows can go online to look it up automatically, or you can manually select one from a list of programs that are installed on your computer.

To avoid this error, you need to set the file association correctly.

Open Control Panel > Control Panel Home > Default Programs > Set Associations.
Select a file type in the list and click Change Program.

Operating systems

At DataTypes.net, we strive to provide a seamless user experience by ensuring compatibility with a wide range of operating systems. The following is a comprehensive list of the operating systems currently supported by DataTypes.net:

Windows XP/Vista, Windows 7/8/10, Windows 11, CentOS, Debian GNU/Linux, Ubuntu Linux, FreeBSD, macOS, Mac OS X, iOS, Android

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