.$$$ File Extension
Temporary File
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What is a $$$ file?
A $$$ file is a temporary file created by various programs to store backup data for the original file in case it becomes corrupted, the software crashes, or the user needs to recover unsaved changes. It may contain plain text or binary data specific to the software, depending on the program that created it. $$$ files are not meant to be opened manually but may be helpful for data recovery if an application crashes unexpectedly.
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Programs that support these files typically generate them automatically and then delete them when the program closes appropriately. However, in some cases, $$$ files remain in the system and require manual removal. If you find a $$$ file, check the software that created it before deleting it to avoid losing important data.
How to open a $$$ file
$$$ files are not meant to be opened by a user. Instead, the program that generated it references the file to safeguard against losing the original file.
If you need to open a $$$ file, you may be able to open and view its contents with a text editor, such as Microsoft Notepad (Windows) and Apple TextEdit (macOS), if it stores plain text.