LZ4 File Extension

What is LZ4 file?

LZ4 is a file extension commonly associated with LZ4 Compressed Data Format files. LZ4 files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. LZ4 file format, along with 236 other file formats, belongs to the Compressed Files category. LZ4 is by far the most used program for working with LZ4 files.

Programs which support LZ4 file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support LZ4 files. LZ4 files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Updated: 08/06/2020

How to open file with LZ4 extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening LZ4 files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to LZ4 Compressed Data Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with LZ4 files.

Step 1. Install LZ4 software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports LZ4 files installed on the system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download LZ4 and install it on your device. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. If you want to download LZ4 installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of LZ4

You still cannot access LZ4 files although LZ4 is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. 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 LZ4 installed, it may not support LZ4 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 LZ4.

Step 3. Set the default application to open LZ4 files to LZ4

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate LZ4 files with latest version of LZ4 you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the LZ4 file and choose Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where LZ4 is installed, check the Always use this app to open LZ4 files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the LZ4 file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with LZ4 extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the LZ4 for errors

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 LZ4 file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the LZ4 file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the LZ4 file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the LZ4 file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the LZ4 file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Verify that the LZ4 file’s structure is intact

If the LZ4 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. It could happen the the download process of file with LZ4 extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the LZ4 Compressed Data Format file again.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run LZ4

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with LZ4 extension. In this case close the other applications.

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with LZ4 Compressed Data Format file. It may be the case that the LZ4 files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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