GTAR File Extension

What is GTAR file?

GTAR filename suffix is mostly used for GNU Tar Archive files. Free Software Foundation defined the GNU Tar Archive format standard. GTAR file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Linux, Mac OS, Windows system platform. GTAR file format, along with 1326 other file formats, belongs to the Data Files category. The most popular program for handling GTAR files is WinZip, but users can choose among 7 different programs that support this file format. Software named WinZip was created by WinZip Computing, S.L.. In order to find more detailed information on the software and GTAR files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support GTAR file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 3 operating systems that support GTAR files. GTAR files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with GTAR extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening GTAR files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to GNU Tar Archive files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install WinZip software

Problems with opening and working with GTAR files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with GTAR files being present on your machine. The most obvious solution is to download and install WinZip or one to the listed programs: Apple Archive Utility, iArchiver, Zipeg. 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 WinZip installed is by going to developer’s website (WinZip Computing, S.L.) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of WinZip

You still cannot access GTAR files although WinZip is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that WinZip cannot handle files with GTAR may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of WinZip should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate GNU Tar Archive files with WinZip

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

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the GTAR file and choose Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where WinZip is installed, check the Always use this app to open GTAR files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with GTAR extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select WinZip and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with GTAR extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the GTAR 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 GTAR file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the GTAR file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the GTAR file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the GTAR file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If you obtained the problematic GTAR file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. If the GTAR file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

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 GNU Tar Archive file.

4. Check whether your system can handle WinZip

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

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 GNU Tar Archive files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the GTAR files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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