File extension .UAX
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Unreal Audio Format | Epic Games | Audio Files |
The UAX file type is an audio package format used with the Unreal Engine, a popular game engine developed by Epic Games. This file type contains sound data in the form of WaveData entities, and may incorporate information related to supported technologies, such as hardware acceleration. The UAX format employs streaming cache techniques to ensure compatibility with lower-end platforms, as well as higher-end systems that support advanced technologies such as real-time ray tracing. The header and WaveData portion of the UAX file is proprietary and licensed under Unreal's custom technology.
Usage
When creating sounds utilizing the Unreal Engine, they are initially recorded as raw audio files (.wav). Those files are then imported into Unreal to be compressed into UAX and used for playback within the game environment. The UAX sound file type can also be used in conjunction with other sound formats such as OggVorbis (.ogg) or MP3 (.mp3). These files can be enhanced during the UAX conversion process, including addition of effects such as reverberation.
Compatibility
UAX files are generally unsupported on non-Unreal compatible platforms, including consumer media players. Similar audio file libraries include AGSC (.agsc), FMOD Sound (.fsb), Bink Audio (.bnk), and XMA2 (.xma).
Programs for WINDOWS system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .UAX) 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 .UAX 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 .UAX 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 .UAX 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 .UAX extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .UAX file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .UAX 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 .UAX file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .UAX file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .UAX 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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