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A64 File Extension

Artist 64
  • Category
    Graphic Files
  • Popularity
    5 (1 votes)

What is A64 file?

A64 filename suffix is mostly used for Artist 64 files. Files with A64 extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. A64 file format, along with 524 other file formats, belongs to the Graphic Files category. XnView is by far the most used program for working with A64 files. On the official website of Pierre-Emmanuel Gougelet developer not only will you find detailed information about theXnView software, but also about A64 and other supported file formats.

Programs which support A64 file extension

The following listing features A64-compatible programs. A64 files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Programs that support A64 file

Windows Windows

How to open file with A64 extension?

Problems with accessing A64 may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Artist 64 files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Get the XnView

Install software to open A64 file The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening A64 files is that no program that can handle A64 files is installed on user’s system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install XnView. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download XnView installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Pierre-Emmanuel Gougelet website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of XnView

Update software that support file extension A64If you already have XnView installed on your systems and A64 files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of XnView installed, it may not support A64 format. The most recent version of XnView is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open A64 files to XnView

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate A64 files with latest version of XnView you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Associate software with A64 file on Windows

Change the default application in Windows

  • Clicking the A64 with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
  • Select Choose another app → More apps
  • Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where XnView is installed, check the Always use this app to open A64 files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button
Associate software with A64 file on Mac

Change the default application in Mac OS

  • By clicking right mouse button on the selected A64 file open the file menu and choose Information
  • Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
  • From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
  • Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with A64 extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the A64 for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the A64 file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

Check A64 file for viruses
1. The A64 may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the A64 file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the A64 file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. A64 file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the A64 file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. It could happen the the download process of file with A64 extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run XnView

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with A64 extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Artist 64 files. It may be the case that the A64 files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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