File extension .TAR.XZ
Full Name | Developer | Category |
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XZ Compressed TAR Archive Format | Tukaani | Compressed Files |
TAR.XZ (.tar.xz) is a compressed archive filetype created by the XZ Utils project. It is similar to other tar archives, but with the added benefit of the LZMA compression algorithm for higher compression rates than those achieved by gzip or bzip2. This means that files can be substantially smaller when stored in a TAR.XZ file than when placed in an uncompressed tar file. These files are often used to contain a set of original files prior to processing or to transfer data between computer networks.
The TAR.XZ file type is developed specifically for UNIX-like computers and requires XZ Utils for creation and extraction. Since this type of archive is relatively new, Windows- and Mac-compatiblesupport for these files may be lacking, so you may need to use a third-party solution such as WinRAR. For sending data over computer networks, it may be necessary to extract the files before sending, as the decision of which file format a receiving program will accept may be out of your hands.
Similar File Extensions
Similar file extensions include TAR.GZ (.tar.gz), TAR.BZ2 (.tar.bz2), and TAR (.tar), all of which are common archive formats used across various computer platforms.
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .TAR.XZ) 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 .TAR.XZ 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 .TAR.XZ 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 .TAR.XZ 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 .TAR.XZ extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .TAR.XZ file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .TAR.XZ 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 .TAR.XZ file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .TAR.XZ file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .TAR.XZ 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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