File extension .MCWORLD
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Minecraft World Backup Format | Minecraft Launcher | Game Files |
A .MCWORLD file is a backup file used by Minecraft, a sandbox video game developed by Mojang. This type of file contains all the data from a Minecraft realm, which includes player information, saved worlds, and other settings. As such, they can be used to back up an entire state of a Minecraft series game before any updates or changes occur. To restore states or transfer them to other users, all that is needed is to restore this backup file.
Technical Details
In technical terms, a .MCWORLD file is stored in the proprietary format from Microsoft Corporation called NBT realized in the Minecraft. As a result, it can only be read and written by the Java Edition of the game, as well as modding programs that support the format. It should not to be confused with other similar files like .MCA, MCSCHEMATIC, and .JSON, which are also used by Minecraft, but for different functions.
Compatibility Settings
The benefits of using a .MCWORLD file type include the ability to run on both Windows and Mac OS systems, allowing people on multiple platforms to take part in the same worlds. This file type is also enormously lightweight compared to other backups and saving options, meaning it can be uploaded quickly online or between servers.
Programs for MAC system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .MCWORLD) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .MCWORLD extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .MCWORLD file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .MCWORLD extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .MCWORLD extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .MCWORLD file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .MCWORLD file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .MCWORLD file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .MCWORLD file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .MCWORLD file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines
Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
New technologies enthusiast, helping to solve problems with the files.
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