OAZ File Extension

What is OAZ file?

OAZ is a file extension commonly associated with NetFax Manager OAZ Fax Image files. Files with OAZ extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with OAZ extension are categorized as Graphic Files files. The Graphic Files subset comprises 524 various file formats. The most popular software that supports OAZ files is XnView. On the official website of Pierre-Emmanuel Gougelet developer not only will you find detailed information about theXnView software, but also about OAZ and other supported file formats.

Programs which support OAZ file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support OAZ files. Files with OAZ 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 OAZ extension?

Being unable to open files with OAZ extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with OAZ files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Get the XnView

Problems with opening and working with OAZ files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with OAZ files being present on your machine. The solution is straightforward, just download and install XnView. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support OAZ files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading XnView installed is by going to developer’s website (Pierre-Emmanuel Gougelet) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update XnView to the latest version

If the problems with opening OAZ files still occur even after installing XnView, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of XnView is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of XnView installed, it may not support OAZ 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 XnView.

Step 3. Set the default application to open OAZ files to XnView

If you have the latest version of XnView installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage OAZ on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the OAZ with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the XnView installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open OAZ files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

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

Step 4. Ensure that the OAZ 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 OAZ file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

If the OAZ is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the OAZ file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

Did you receive the OAZ file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. It could happen the the download process of file with OAZ extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open XnView

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

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

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

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