W64 File Extension

What is W64 file?

Full format name of files that use W64 extension is Sony Wave64 Audio Format. Sony Wave64 Audio Format format was developed by Sony. W64 file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Android, Mac OS, Windows system platform. W64 file belongs to the Audio Files category just like 771 other filename extensions listed in our database. Users are advised to use Sound Forge Pro software for managing W64 files, although 5 other programs can also handle this type of file.

Programs which support W64 file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 3 operating systems that support W64 files. W64 files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with W64 extension?

Being unable to open files with W64 extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Sony Wave64 Audio 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 W64 files.

Step 1. Install Sound Forge Pro software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports W64 files installed on the system. The most obvious solution is to download and install Sound Forge Pro or one to the listed programs: VLC media player, Awave Studio, Sony Vegas Pro. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support W64 files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading Sound Forge Pro installed is by going to developer’s website () and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of Sound Forge Pro and update if needed

If you already have Sound Forge Pro installed on your systems and W64 files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. This can be one of the causes why W64 files are not compatible with Sound Forge Pro. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Sound Forge Pro.

Step 3. Associate Sony Wave64 Audio Format files with Sound Forge Pro

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate W64 files with latest version of Sound Forge Pro 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 W64 file
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Sound Forge Pro is installed, check the Always use this app to open W64 files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the W64 file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select Sound Forge Pro and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with W64 extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the W64 for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the W64 file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. The W64 may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the W64 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 W64 file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Ensure the file with W64 extension is complete and error-free

Did you receive the W64 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 W64 file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

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 Sony Wave64 Audio Format file again.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Sound Forge Pro

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support W64 files. Close all running programs and try opening the W64 file.

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 Sony Wave64 Audio Format file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle W64 files.

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