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DAY File Extension

Day Of The Zombie Map Format
  • Developer
    BrainBox Games
  • Category
  • Popularity
    3.7 (4 votes)

What is DAY file?

DAY filename suffix is mostly used for Day Of The Zombie Map Format files. Day Of The Zombie Map Format specification was created by BrainBox Games. Files with DAY extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. DAY file format, along with 1509 other file formats, belongs to the Game Files category. The most popular software that supports DAY files is Day of the Zombie. Software named Day of the Zombie was created by Brainbox Games. In order to find more detailed information on the software and DAY files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support DAY file extension

Programs that can handle DAY files are as follows. DAY files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Programs that support DAY file

How to open file with DAY extension?

Being unable to open files with DAY extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with DAY extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Get the Day of the Zombie

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

Step 2. Check the version of Day of the Zombie and update if needed

Update software that support file extension DAYIf the problems with opening DAY files still occur even after installing Day of the Zombie, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Day of the Zombie is available. 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 Day of the Zombie installed, it may not support DAY format. The most recent version of Day of the Zombie is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Day of the Zombie to DAY files

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

Associate software with DAY file on Windows

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

  • Clicking the DAY with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the 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 Day of the Zombie is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open DAY files and clicking OK.
Associate software with DAY file on Mac

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

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

Step 4. Verify that the DAY is not faulty

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

Check DAY file for viruses
1. Verify that the DAY in question is not infected with a computer virus

Should it happed that the DAY is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the scanner detected that the DAY file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

If you obtained the problematic DAY file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. When downloading the file with DAY extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

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 Day Of The Zombie Map Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Day of the Zombie

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

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 Day Of The Zombie Map Format file. It may be the case that the DAY files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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