File extension .SPARSEBUNDLE
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Apple Mac OS X Time Machine Dynamic Image Format | Apple | Disk Image Files |
The .SPARSEBUNDLE file extension is used by the Mac OS X Sparse Bundle software for its special type of disk image. This file format is based on the hierarchical file system (HFS) and it enables users to store multiple partitions of data/files onto the same disk image. It allows the user to access the files in a easy to use way and also helps reduce both the needed storage space and data transfer times.
How does a SPARSEBUNDLE work?
The way a .SPARSEBUNDLE works, is that a folder containing an Apple Disk Image is created on the Mac system. This folder contains multiple different files that are used by the Mac OS X Sparse Bundle software. Each file is a "block" of data, which are all combined and stored as one virtual in the specified folder. The files that make up the disk image have the.sparsebundle and also.dmg extensions and are intended to be used by the software programs found within Mac OS X. Similar extensions include .DMG, .SPARSEIMAGE, and .CDR.
Programs for MAC system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .SPARSEBUNDLE) 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 .SPARSEBUNDLE 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 .SPARSEBUNDLE 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 .SPARSEBUNDLE 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 .SPARSEBUNDLE extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .SPARSEBUNDLE file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .SPARSEBUNDLE 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 .SPARSEBUNDLE file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .SPARSEBUNDLE file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .SPARSEBUNDLE 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
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