What should I do if the downloaded files are all php and cannot be opened?

When downloading files, sometimes we may encounter a situation, that is, the downloaded files are all files ending with ".php" and cannot be opened. This situation may cause the user to be unable to use the file, causing unnecessary trouble to work and study. So, how to solve this problem?

First of all, we need to understand the reason. In most cases, this is caused by a server setup issue. The server sends the file to the user with a ".php" ending, and the user's browser doesn't know what to do with the file when it tries to open it. At this time, the browser will try to download the file locally, but because the extension of the file has changed, it will become an unrecognized file.

Now, let us solve this problem step by step.

Step 1: Use another browser to try to download

If you are using a known browser, such as Google Chrome, Firefox, etc., try to use another browser to download the file again . You may need to turn on the privacy and security options in your browser settings and set it as the default download location to ensure the file downloads successfully.

Step 2: Change the file extension

If you are using a Windows system, try to change the extension of the downloaded file to ".zip" or ".rar" so that The browser can correctly identify the file type. This way, you can open the file easily.

Step 3: Check the server settings

If you often encounter this problem, it is recommended that you contact your hosting provider or server administrator. Ask them if they can change their server settings to ensure files don't end in ".php" and are sent to users' computers.

Summary

The above is my introduction to the techniques to solve the problem that the downloaded files are all ".php" and cannot be opened. If you have other ideas or methods, please share them with us in the comments. Regardless, be safe when working with files, be cautious about downloading files from unknown sources, and avoid malware.

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