Tips to open AAX file
Can't open the AAX file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open AAX files as well as a list of programs that support AAX files.
AAX file extension
| File Name |
Audible Enhanced Audiobook Format |
| File Developer |
Audible |
| File Category |
Audio Files |
The AAX file is supported on 3 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the AAX files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the AAX file on each system platform.
What is AAX file?
The AAX file has been categorized as Audio Files. The author of this format is Audible. Audio Files consists of 771 similar files. Audible Enhanced Audiobook Format is most often found on 3 operating systems. The file will work on Amazon Kindle, Mac OS, Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The main program that supports this format is iTunes. This was created by Apple, Inc.. There are also 3 alternative programs to handle the AAX file. Amazon Kindle, DRM Media Converter will apply when it is not possible to use iTunes.
How to open AAX file?
The main problem with Audible Enhanced Audiobook Format is that the AAX file is incorrectly associated with programs. This causes the file AAX to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. How to solve such a problem?
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the AAX file icon you want to open. If the operating system has an appropriate application to support it and there is also an association between the file and the program, the file should be opened.
Step 1. Install iTunes
The first step is to check if the computer has the iTunes program installed. To do this, enter the name iTunes into the system search engine. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file AAX with iTunes. Below you will find a list of applications that support AAX files.
Programs to open AAX file
Remember to download programs supporting AAX files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of iTunes with AAX files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the AAX file still does not use the iTunes program, it means no association. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Using the "Change" button we can set the program to handle this type. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the AAX file with the iTunes program.
Step 3. Update iTunes to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the iTunes program, it is possible that Audible Enhanced Audiobook Format requires a newer version of the program. This can be done using the application (if it provides such options) or from the Apple, Inc. website and install the latest version.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the AAX file
If the above steps do not help, you can assume that the file itself is not correct. File problems can be divided into the following:
Very often, the file may be size 0 or incomplete. This suggests truncating the AAX file contents when downloading or copying. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our AAX file. However, remember that not every infected AAX file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the AAX files changes over time. Help should be sought from the software developer, as they usually recommend using free file converters or installing an older version of the program.
There can be many reasons for the failure. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular AAX file corruption. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting Audible, but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted AAX files cannot be played on other computers than the one on which they were encrypted, they must be decrypted before using on another device.
Some of the system directories are excluded from modification. These directories are write-protected to them and it's very hard to fix this problem. If possible, you can try to move the AAX file to another location.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. In this case, the AAX file is blocked by the first application to open it. Just close unnecessary programs. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the AAX file again. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the AAX file for a certain period of time. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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