W02 File Extension

What is W02 file?

Full format name of files that use W02 extension is Compressed Format From A Multi-volume Archive (part 1). W02 files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. W02 file belongs to the Compressed Files category just like 236 other filename extensions listed in our database. LiveWare Installer is by far the most used program for working with W02 files.

Programs which support W02 file extension

The following listing features W02-compatible programs. Files with W02 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 W02 extension?

Problems with accessing W02 may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with W02 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 LiveWare Installer

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening W02 files is that no program that can handle W02 files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the LiveWare Installer developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support W02 files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit LiveWare Installer website and download the installer.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of LiveWare Installer

If the problems with opening W02 files still occur even after installing LiveWare Installer, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of LiveWare Installer is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. If you have an older version of LiveWare Installer installed, it may not support W02 format. The most recent version of LiveWare Installer is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Compressed Format From A Multi-volume Archive (part 1) files with LiveWare Installer

After installing LiveWare Installer (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open W02 files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the W02 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
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where LiveWare Installer is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open W02 files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with W02 extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select LiveWare Installer and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with W02 extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Ensure that the W02 file is complete and free of errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the W02 file is valid. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Verify that the W02 in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the W02 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 scanner detected that the W02 file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Verify that the W02 file’s structure is intact

If you obtained the problematic W02 file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. If the W02 file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

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. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open LiveWare Installer

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with W02 extension. In this case close the other applications.

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 Compressed Format From A Multi-volume Archive (part 1) file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle W02 files.

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