TBZ2 File Extension

What is TBZ2 file?

Full format name of files that use TBZ2 extension is Tar BZip 2 Compressed Format. Files with TBZ2 extension may be used by programs distributed for Linux, Mac OS, Windows platform. TBZ2 file belongs to the Compressed Files category just like 236 other filename extensions listed in our database. WinZip supports TBZ2 files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 8 other tools may also be used. WinZip software was developed by WinZip Computing, S.L., and on its official website you may find more information about TBZ2 files or the WinZip software program.

Programs which support TBZ2 file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 3 operating systems that support TBZ2 files. Files with TBZ2 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 TBZ2 extension?

Being unable to open files with TBZ2 extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Tar BZip 2 Compressed Format 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. Get the WinZip

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening TBZ2 files is that no program that can handle TBZ2 files is installed on user’s system. This one is an easy one. Select WinZip or one of the recommended programs (for example, ALZip, PeaZip, WinRAR) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. 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 TBZ2 files although WinZip 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 WinZip installed, it may not support TBZ2 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 WinZip.

Step 3. Set the default application to open TBZ2 files to WinZip

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate TBZ2 files with latest version of WinZip you have installed on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the TBZ2 file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where WinZip is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open TBZ2 files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with TBZ2 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....
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with TBZ2 extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Ensure that the TBZ2 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 TBZ2 file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. The TBZ2 may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

Should it happed that the TBZ2 is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the TBZ2 file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the TBZ2 file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the TBZ2 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. If the TBZ2 file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

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 WinZip

If the systems has insufficient resources to open TBZ2 files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Tar BZip 2 Compressed 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 TBZ2 files affecting older versions of given software.

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