BYTES File Extension

What is BYTES file?

BYTES filename suffix is mostly used for Unity Binary Text Asset Data Format files. Files with BYTES extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. BYTES file belongs to the Misc Files category just like 6033 other filename extensions listed in our database. Unity is by far the most used program for working with BYTES files. Unity software was developed by Unity Technologies, and on its official website you may find more information about BYTES files or the Unity software program.

Programs which support BYTES file extension

Programs that can handle BYTES files are as follows. Files with BYTES suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

Updated: 01/08/2022

How to open file with BYTES extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening BYTES files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with BYTES files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with BYTES files.

Step 1. Get the Unity

Problems with opening and working with BYTES files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with BYTES files being present on your machine. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Unity. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading Unity installed is by going to developer’s website (Unity Technologies) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update Unity to the latest version

If you already have Unity installed on your systems and BYTES files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. If you have an older version of Unity installed, it may not support BYTES format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Unity.

Step 3. Associate Unity Binary Text Asset Data Format files with Unity

After installing Unity (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open BYTES files. 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 BYTES file and choose Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Unity is installed, check the Always use this app to open BYTES files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the BYTES file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select Unity and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with BYTES extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

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

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the BYTES file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. The BYTES may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the BYTES is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the scanner detected that the BYTES file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the BYTES file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. When downloading the file with BYTES 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.

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative 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 Unity

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

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Unity Binary Text Asset Data Format file. It may be the case that the BYTES files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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