File extension .W02
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Yamaha Cat Audio Sample Format | N/A | Compressed Files |
The W02 ( .w02) file extension is a compressed file from a multi-volume archive (part 1) files used in WinRAR and other compression software. The W02 files are necessary for the creation, editing, and extraction of the archives.
A W02 file is usually generated by archiving software when it breaks up large archives into multiple volumes, like if the archive is too large to fit in one single file. They are located in self-extracting archives (SFX), commonly used when compressing files for downloads or transferring data. In WinRAR and other similar programs, these volumes are recognized with filenames with extensions.w06 to.w99 sequentially as the new SFX archives are created. This is put into effect when archiving a file so that it can be uploaded to file sharing sites, or spanned across multiple CDs/DVDs.
Technical Details
The WinRAR SFX (self-extracting) archives are executable programs that contain one or more compressed files. When user run WinRAR SFX, they have many options available ranging from simple extraction to full customization of the extraction process. The W02 file may also be used by WinACE and other archiving applications.
Similar File Extensions
Sometimes there are also other related extensions such as: .rar, .exe, .zip, .ace, .arj, and .7z.
Programs for WINDOWS system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .W02) 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 .W02 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 .W02 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 .W02 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 .W02 extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .W02 file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .W02 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 .W02 file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .W02 file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .W02 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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