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How do I install the setup.exe file on my laptop?

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Just open it (the setup.exe file) up and you should be good to go. It will start the installation process on its own.

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Can I open EXE files on a Chromebook?

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No, you cannot. You will have to use a proxy server to download and open the file.

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Can I open an .exe file on an Android operating system?

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No, you cannot. EXE files are actually meant for Windows OS. Android uses APK files as installer/setup files.

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How do I run a .EXE file on an Acer device?

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It doesn't depend on your manufacturer, but your OS. Just follow the tutorial above.

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How can I open my software and programs when they are in zip files?

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MacOSX and Windows can open zip files by themselves. Right-click on the file and select "open."

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These instructions did not work. Is there anything else I can try?

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Try to double click or right click and then click 'open.'

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What do I do if I broke my computer when i tried Method one? I can't open any exe file now and need the default code back.

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Use OSX recovery. After the recovery is done, convert the .exe files to .dmg, but keep the .exe files.

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How do I run a .EXE file on an Android device?

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You can't normally run .EXE files on tablets or phone devices.

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What other applications are there that open .EXE files other than Wine?

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Wine is the only one, but you can install PlayOnLinux to get a better user interface for Wine.

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What exe opener can I use for MacOS Mojave besides Wine?

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Wine is the only EXE opener for Linux/MacOS/GNU, but you can install PlayOnLinux to get a better UI / User Interface for Wine.

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Can I open EXE on a Microsoft tablet?

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Yes, if it is a Windowstablet. Windows can run .exe files, and if the app supports touchscreen, it should work fine.

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