How to Open a CHM File on PC or Mac

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This wikiHow teaches you how to use any web browser to open and view the contents of a CHM help file. CHM files are compressed HTML files with text, images, hyperlinks and other content. They usually contain help documentation and manuals.

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    Locate the CHM file you want to open on your computer, and right-click on the file icon to open the context menu.
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    This will open a list of apps on a sub-menu.
    • If you don't see a web browser on the "Open with" menu, click Other or Choose a different app at the bottom. This will allow you to select from the full list of all your apps.
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    You can use any browser like Firefox, Safari or Chrome to open the file. Once selected, the contents of the CHM file will appear.
    • You can browse the documentation in the CHM file like you would a regular website.
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      1. Find and right-click the CHM file.
      2. Hover over Open with .
      3. Select an internet browser like Firefox or Safari.
      4. View the CHM file's contents in your browser.

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