.$S File

.$s is ZX Spectrum Hobetta picture format

Key Features: .$S File Extension

Features	Description
File Extension	.$s
Format	N/A
Created by	Pierre-Emmanuel Gougelet
Category	Graphics

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How to open:
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What is an .$S file?

The $s file extension is associated with the Hobbeta picture image file format. This picture image format was used on ZX Spectrum 8-bit computers developed by Sinclair Research and popular between computer users in the 1980's.

Hobetta pictures are still viewable in the XnView picture images viewer.

How to open:

Use XnView to view content of *.$s files.

How to convert:

Use XnView to export *.$s files to other formats.

Pierre-Emmanuel Gougelet

Graphics

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How to solve problems with $S files

Associate the $S file extension with the correct application. On :
Windows: Right click on any $S file and then click "Open with" > "Choose another app". Now select another program and check the box "Always use this app to open *.$S files". Mac: Right click (or Ctrl-click) the $S file, then click "Open with" > "Other...". Then choose another program and check the "Always Open With" box. Linux: Right click on the file, and select "Open with" and choose another program. iPhone: Tap the file. If you do not see an app to open the file, then tap Share "Share" and choose an app. Alternatively, save the file. Then open the Files app Files app. There long-press on the file, then release your finger. You will see a black menu bar. Then tap "Share" and select an app. Android: Tap the Settings icon on your smartphone, then tap on the Apps section. There tap the Options icon in the top right-hand corner of the screen to change the default apps.
Update your software that should actually open .$S is ZX Spectrum Hobetta picture format. Because only the current version supports the latest $S file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the Pierre-Emmanuel Gougelet manufacturer website after an available .$S is ZX Spectrum Hobetta picture format update.
To make sure that your $S file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with antivirus software.