A16 File Extension

What is A16 file?

A16 is a file extension commonly associated with Split Multi-volume ARJ Compressed Format Archive (part 18) files. Split Multi-volume ARJ Compressed Format Archive (part 18) specification was created by ARJ Software, Inc.. Files with A16 extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with A16 extension are categorized as Archive Files files. The Archive Files subset comprises 619 various file formats. Users are advised to use ARJ32 software for managing A16 files, although 5 other programs can also handle this type of file. On the official website of ARJ Software, Inc. developer not only will you find detailed information about theARJ32 software, but also about A16 and other supported file formats.

Programs which support A16 file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support A16 files. Files with A16 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 A16 extension?

Problems with accessing A16 may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with A16 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 A16 files.

Step 1. Download and install ARJ32

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports A16 files installed on the system. This one is an easy one. Select ARJ32 or one of the recommended programs (for example, WinZip, 7-Zip, WinRAR) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit ARJ32 website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of ARJ32 and update if needed

If the problems with opening A16 files still occur even after installing ARJ32, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of ARJ32 is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of ARJ32 installed, it may not support A16 format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using ARJ32.

Step 3. Set the default application to open A16 files to ARJ32

After installing ARJ32 (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open A16 files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the A16 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 ARJ32 is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open A16 files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected A16 file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select ARJ32 and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with A16 extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the A16 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 A16 file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Verify that the A16 in question is not infected with a computer virus

Should it happed that the A16 is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the A16 file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Verify that the A16 file’s structure is intact

If the A16 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 A16 extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Split Multi-volume ARJ Compressed Format Archive (part 18) file again.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run ARJ32

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support A16 files. Close all running programs and try opening the A16 file.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Split Multi-volume ARJ Compressed Format Archive (part 18) files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with A16 files affecting older versions of given software.

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