BLZ File Extension

What is BLZ file?

BLZ filename suffix is mostly used for N-Gage Mobile Video Game Format files. N-Gage Mobile Video Game Format format was developed by Nokia. Files with BLZ extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. BLZ file belongs to the Game Files category just like 1509 other filename extensions listed in our database. Users are advised to use Nokia PC Suite software for managing BLZ files, although 1 other programs can also handle this type of file.

Programs which support BLZ file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support BLZ files. Files with BLZ 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 BLZ extension?

Problems with accessing BLZ may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with BLZ extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with BLZ files.

Step 1. Download and install Nokia PC Suite

Problems with opening and working with BLZ files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with BLZ files being present on your machine. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing Nokia PC Suite or different compatible program, such as BLZ Extractor. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Nokia PC Suite website and download the installer.

Step 2. Update Nokia PC Suite to the latest version

If the problems with opening BLZ files still occur even after installing Nokia PC Suite, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Nokia PC Suite is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of Nokia PC Suite installed, it may not support BLZ format. The most recent version of Nokia PC Suite is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate N-Gage Mobile Video Game Format files with Nokia PC Suite

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate BLZ files with latest version of Nokia PC Suite you have installed on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the BLZ file and choose Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Nokia PC Suite installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open BLZ files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the BLZ file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with BLZ extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the BLZ is not faulty

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper BLZ file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. The BLZ 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 BLZ file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the BLZ file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the BLZ file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Verify that the BLZ file’s structure is intact

If the BLZ file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. When downloading the file with BLZ extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the N-Gage Mobile Video Game Format file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Nokia PC Suite

If the systems has insufficient resources to open BLZ files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with N-Gage Mobile Video Game Format files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with BLZ files affecting older versions of given software.

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