C02 File Extension

What is C02 file?

C02 filename suffix is mostly used for WinAce Split Archive Part 1 Format files. WinAce Split Archive Part 1 Format format was developed by e-merge. C02 files are supported by software applications available for devices running Mac OS, Windows. Files with C02 extension are categorized as Compressed Files files. The Compressed Files subset comprises 236 various file formats. WinAce supports C02 files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 4 other tools may also be used.

Programs which support C02 file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 2 operating systems that support C02 files. Files with C02 extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

How to open file with C02 extension?

Being unable to open files with C02 extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with C02 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 C02 files.

Step 1. Download and install WinAce

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening C02 files is that no program that can handle C02 files is installed on user’s system. The most obvious solution is to download and install WinAce or one to the listed programs: WinZip, WinRAR, WinACE Archiver. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support C02 files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit WinAce website and download the installer.

Step 2. Update WinAce to the latest version

If the problems with opening C02 files still occur even after installing WinAce, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of WinAce is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. The reason that WinAce cannot handle files with C02 may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using WinAce.

Step 3. Associate WinAce Split Archive Part 1 Format files with WinAce

After installing WinAce (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open C02 files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the C02 with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where WinAce is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open C02 files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with C02 extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select WinAce and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with C02 extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the C02 for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the C02 file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the C02 file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the C02 is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the C02 file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Verify that the C02 file’s structure is intact

If the C02 file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. 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. When downloading the file with C02 extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access 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 WinAce

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support C02 files. Close all running programs and try opening the C02 file.

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 WinAce Split Archive Part 1 Format files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with C02 files affecting older versions of given software.

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