ATRAC File Extension

What is ATRAC file?

ATRAC is a file extension commonly associated with Sony ATRAC Audio Format files. Sony defined the Sony ATRAC Audio Format format standard. ATRAC files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. Files with ATRAC extension are categorized as Audio Files files. The Audio Files subset comprises 771 various file formats. SonicStage supports ATRAC files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 1 other tools may also be used. On the official website of Sony Corporation developer not only will you find detailed information about theSonicStage software, but also about ATRAC and other supported file formats.

Programs which support ATRAC file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support ATRAC files. Files with ATRAC suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with ATRAC extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening ATRAC files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with ATRAC extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Download and install SonicStage

Problems with opening and working with ATRAC files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with ATRAC files being present on your machine. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing SonicStage or different compatible program, such as Sony x-Application. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support ATRAC files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download SonicStage installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Sony Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of SonicStage and update if needed

If you already have SonicStage installed on your systems and ATRAC files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that SonicStage cannot handle files with ATRAC may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of SonicStage is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Sony ATRAC Audio Format files with SonicStage

If you have the latest version of SonicStage installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage ATRAC on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the ATRAC 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 SonicStage is installed, check the Always use this app to open ATRAC files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected ATRAC file open the file menu and choose Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select SonicStage and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with ATRAC extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the ATRAC file is complete and free of errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the ATRAC file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Verify that the ATRAC in question is not infected with a computer virus

Should it happed that the ATRAC is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the ATRAC file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the ATRAC file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If you obtained the problematic ATRAC file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. It could happen the the download process of file with ATRAC 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

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Sony ATRAC Audio Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle SonicStage

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support ATRAC files. Close all running programs and try opening the ATRAC file.

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Sony ATRAC Audio Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the ATRAC files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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