WWU File Extension

What is WWU file?

Full format name of files that use WWU extension is Wwise Work Unit. Wwise Work Unit format was developed by Audiokinetic. WWU file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. WWU file belongs to the Audio Files category just like 771 other filename extensions listed in our database. The software recommended for managing WWU files is Wwise. On the official website of Audiokinetic Inc. developer not only will you find detailed information about theWwise software, but also about WWU and other supported file formats.

Programs which support WWU file extension

Programs that can handle WWU files are as follows. WWU 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 WWU extension?

Being unable to open files with WWU extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with WWU files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Get the Wwise

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening WWU files is that no program that can handle WWU files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Wwise and install it on your device. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support WWU files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading Wwise installed is by going to developer’s website (Audiokinetic Inc.) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update Wwise to the latest version

If you already have Wwise installed on your systems and WWU 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. The reason that Wwise cannot handle files with WWU may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Wwise.

Step 3. Assign Wwise to WWU files

If you have the latest version of Wwise installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage WWU 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

• Right-click the WWU file and choose Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Wwise installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open WWU files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the WWU file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select Wwise and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with WWU extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

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

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

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

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

If the WWU file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. It could happen the the download process of file with WWU extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Wwise Work Unit file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Wwise

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

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Wwise Work Unit files. It may be the case that the WWU files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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