STS File Extension

What is STS file?

Full format name of files that use STS extension is ScreamTracker Song Format. Files with STS extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. STS file belongs to the Audio Files category just like 771 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular software that supports STS files is Awave Studio. On the official website of FMJ-Software developer not only will you find detailed information about theAwave Studio software, but also about STS and other supported file formats.

Programs which support STS file extension

Programs that can handle STS files are as follows. Files with STS 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 STS extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening STS files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with STS 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 Awave Studio

Problems with opening and working with STS files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with STS files being present on your machine. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Awave Studio. 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 Awave Studio installed is by going to developer’s website (FMJ-Software) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Awave Studio

If you already have Awave Studio installed on your systems and STS files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. This can be one of the causes why STS files are not compatible with Awave Studio. The most recent version of Awave Studio is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate ScreamTracker Song Format files with Awave Studio

After installing Awave Studio (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open STS files. 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 STS 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
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Awave Studio is installed, check the Always use this app to open STS 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 STS extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select Awave Studio and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with STS extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Ensure that the STS file is complete and free of 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 STS file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the STS file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the STS 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. STS file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the STS file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. 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 STS 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.

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 Awave Studio

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

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with ScreamTracker Song Format file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with STS files affecting older versions of given software.

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