038 File Extension

What is 038 file?

038 filename suffix is mostly used for Split Format Or Compressed Format From A Multi-volume Archive (part 38) files. Igor Pavlov defined the Split Format Or Compressed Format From A Multi-volume Archive (part 38) format standard. Files with 038 extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. 038 file belongs to the Archive Files category just like 619 other filename extensions listed in our database. 7-Zip supports 038 files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 4 other tools may also be used. 7-Zip software was developed by Igor Pavlov, and on its official website you may find more information about 038 files or the 7-Zip software program.

Programs which support 038 file extension

The following listing features 038-compatible programs. Files with 038 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 038 extension?

Being unable to open files with 038 extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with 038 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. Install 7-Zip software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports 038 files installed on the system. This one is an easy one. Select 7-Zip or one of the recommended programs (for example, WinRAR, Total Commander, HJSplit) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support 038 files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading 7-Zip installed is by going to developer’s website (Igor Pavlov) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of 7-Zip and update if needed

If you already have 7-Zip installed on your systems and 038 files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. This can be one of the causes why 038 files are not compatible with 7-Zip. The most recent version of 7-Zip is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open 038 files to 7-Zip

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate 038 files with latest version of 7-Zip you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the 038 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 7-Zip is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open 038 files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the 038 file and 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
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with 038 extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the 038 is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the 038 file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the 038 file for viruses or malware

If the 038 is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. 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 038 file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Verify that the 038 file’s structure is intact

If the 038 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. When downloading the file with 038 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. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Split Format Or Compressed Format From A Multi-volume Archive (part 38) file again.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open 7-Zip

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with 038 extension. In this case close the other applications.

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Split Format Or Compressed Format From A Multi-volume Archive (part 38) files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the 038 files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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