These files can’t be opened – Windows 10

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These files can’t be opened kind security warning message born due to unsafe downloads. From an ill-fame or unsafe web environment. Windows 10 may show the security warning These files can’t be opened. Because of strict measures implemented in Windows 10. Naturally, they block those suspected downloaded files from being execute. 

These files can't be opened
Windows 10 Security Message

How to Fix These files can’t be opened error

Internet-Options
Internet Options
  1. Open Control Panel
  2. Select Internet Options
  3. Click on Security Tab > Restricted Sites
  4. Select Custom Level
  5. Search for option Launching applications and unsafe files
  6. Select Prompt (Recommended) option
  7. Click on Yes button on warning notification
Security Settings

Now, you will not see again those annoyance messages. But sure, you have downloaded it from the proper and faithful website. Otherwise, it may be harmful for your device. Be sure about all security program like antivirus, internet security or Windows Defender are running fine. It’s recommended to do not disable any antivirus or security programs.

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