WHZ File Extension

What is WHZ file?

WHZ is a file extension commonly associated with WinUAEX Zipped WHDLoad Settings Format files. Files with WHZ extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with WHZ extension are categorized as Settings Files files. The Settings Files subset comprises 1305 various file formats. WinUAEX is by far the most used program for working with WHZ files. WinUAEX software was developed by Xport, and on its official website you may find more information about WHZ files or the WinUAEX software program.

Programs which support WHZ file extension

Programs that can handle WHZ files are as follows. Files with WHZ 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.

Updated: 09/23/2020

How to open file with WHZ extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening WHZ files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to WinUAEX Zipped WHDLoad Settings 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 WHZ files.

Step 1. Download and install WinUAEX

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports WHZ files installed on the system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install WinUAEX. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading WinUAEX installed is by going to developer’s website (Xport) and downloading the software using provided links.

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

You still cannot access WHZ files although WinUAEX 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 WinUAEX installed, it may not support WHZ format. The most recent version of WinUAEX is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign WinUAEX to WHZ files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate WHZ files with latest version of WinUAEX you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

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

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with WHZ extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with WHZ extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the WHZ for errors

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper WHZ file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the WHZ file hinders attempts to open it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the WHZ file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the WHZ 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. If the WHZ 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.

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the WinUAEX Zipped WHDLoad Settings Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle WinUAEX

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

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with WinUAEX Zipped WHDLoad Settings Format file. It may be the case that the WHZ files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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