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SZA File Extension

HiCAD NeXt Construction
  • Developer
    ISD Software und Systeme GmbH
  • Category
  • Popularity
    3.5 (2 votes)

What is SZA file?

SZA is a file extension commonly associated with HiCAD NeXt Construction files. ISD Software und Systeme GmbH defined the HiCAD NeXt Construction format standard. SZA file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. SZA file belongs to the 3D Image Files category just like 622 other filename extensions listed in our database. The software recommended for managing SZA files is HiCAD neXt. Software named HiCAD neXt was created by ISD Software und Systeme GmbH. In order to find more detailed information on the software and SZA files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support SZA file extension

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

Programs that support SZA file

Windows Windows

How to open file with SZA extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening SZA files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with SZA extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with SZA files.

Step 1. Download and install HiCAD neXt

Install software to open SZA file Problems with opening and working with SZA files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with SZA files being present on your machine. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download HiCAD neXt and install it on your device. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit HiCAD neXt website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of HiCAD neXt and update if needed

Update software that support file extension SZAYou still cannot access SZA files although HiCAD neXt is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that HiCAD neXt cannot handle files with SZA 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 HiCAD neXt.

Step 3. Set the default application to open SZA files to HiCAD neXt

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

Associate software with SZA file on Windows

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

  • Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the SZA file
  • Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
  • The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where HiCAD neXt is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open SZA files and clicking OK.
Associate software with SZA file on Mac

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

  • By clicking right mouse button on the selected SZA file open the file menu and choose Information
  • Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
  • From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
  • A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with SZA extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

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

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

If the SZA is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the SZA file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the SZA file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

If the SZA 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 SZA 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

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run HiCAD neXt

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

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 HiCAD NeXt Construction file. It may be the case that the SZA files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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