ASH File Extension

What is ASH file?

ASH filename suffix is mostly used for Audiosurf Audio Metadata Format files. Audiosurf defined the Audiosurf Audio Metadata Format format standard. ASH file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. ASH file belongs to the Game Files category just like 1509 other filename extensions listed in our database. Audiosurf is by far the most used program for working with ASH files. Software named Audiosurf was created by Audiosurf, LLC. In order to find more detailed information on the software and ASH files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support ASH file extension

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

Problems with accessing ASH may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with ASH 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 Audiosurf

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

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Audiosurf

If the problems with opening ASH files still occur even after installing Audiosurf, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Audiosurf is available. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that Audiosurf cannot handle files with ASH may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of Audiosurf is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open ASH files to Audiosurf

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

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the ASH file and choose Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Audiosurf is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open ASH files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the ASH file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select Audiosurf and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with ASH extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

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

1. Check the ASH file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the ASH file hinders attempts to open it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the ASH file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

If the ASH file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. When downloading the file with ASH extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Audiosurf Audio Metadata Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Audiosurf

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

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 Audiosurf Audio Metadata Format file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with ASH files affecting older versions of given software.

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