FZA File Extension

What is FZA file?

Full format name of files that use FZA extension is Form•Z Autosave Format. Form•Z Autosave Format specification was created by AutoDesSys. Files with FZA extension may be used by programs distributed for Mac OS, Windows platform. FZA file format, along with 243 other file formats, belongs to the Backup Files category. AutoDesSys supports FZA files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 2 other tools may also be used.

Programs which support FZA file extension

The list that follows enumerates programs compatible with FZA files, divided into 2 categories based on operating system on which they are available. Files with FZA 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 FZA extension?

Problems with accessing FZA may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with FZA 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 FZA files.

Step 1. Install AutoDesSys software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening FZA files is that no program that can handle FZA files is installed on user’s system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing AutoDesSys or different compatible program, such as form-Z. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support FZA 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 AutoDesSys website and download the installer.

Step 2. Update AutoDesSys to the latest version

If you already have AutoDesSys installed on your systems and FZA 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. The reason that AutoDesSys cannot handle files with FZA may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of AutoDesSys should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Form•Z Autosave Format files with AutoDesSys

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate FZA files with latest version of AutoDesSys 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.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

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

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with FZA extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with FZA extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the FZA is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the FZA file is valid. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the FZA file for viruses or malware

If the FZA is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the FZA file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. FZA file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

If the FZA 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. It could happen the the download process of file with FZA 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 Form•Z Autosave Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle AutoDesSys

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Form•Z Autosave Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with FZA files affecting older versions of given software.

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