Tips to open AES file
Can't open the AES file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open AES files as well as a list of programs that support AES files.
AES file extension
| File Name |
AES Crypt Encrypted Format |
| File Developer |
Packetizer |
| File Category |
Encoded Files |
The AES file is supported on 3 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the AES files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the AES file on each system platform.
What is AES file?
The AES file has been categorized as Encoded Files. The creator of this file is Packetizer. Encoded Files consists of 236 similar files. AES Crypt Encrypted Format appears on 3 operating systems as a functional file. Although it can be found with greater or lesser success on any operating system, it will only be useful on Linux, Mac OS, Windows. The main program that supports this format is AES Crypt. This was created by Packetizer, Inc.. There are also 2 alternative programs to handle the AES file.
How to open AES file?
The most common problem when using AES Crypt Encrypted Format is that a specific AES is not associated with the program. Thus, when you open AES, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the AES 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 AES Crypt
In this case, you should first verify that the AES Crypt application is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name AES Crypt into the system search engine. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Below is a list of programs that support the file AES.
Programs to open AES file
Remember to download programs supporting AES files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of AES Crypt with AES files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the AES file still does not use the AES Crypt program, it means no association. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select Properties. The window will show, among other things, the type of the file and the information by which the program is used to launch the file. Using the "Change" button we can select the desired program. It may happen that in the next window there will be no appropriate program - however, this can be corrected with the "Browse" option where you should manually indicate the program location. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the AES file with the AES Crypt application.
Step 3. Update AES Crypt to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the AES Crypt program, it is possible that AES Crypt Encrypted Format requires a newer version of the program. In this case, use the Packetizer, Inc. website or update the program from the application.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the AES file
If the above steps do not help, you can assume that the file itself is not correct. This could be due to the file itself, the cleanest issues are:
The AES file may be unusually small compared to the original file. Usually this applies to AES files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. The file should be downloaded again, making sure that the process has finished correctly.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. If this is not possible, you can use the online scanner. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the AES file that we want to open. Sometimes virus-infected AES files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the AES file. On their websites, developers usually offer free solutions to such problems, e.g. in the form of a conversion program or an older version of the program.
There can be many reasons for the failure. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair AES file corruption. You can restore the file from a backup or use Packetizer help.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted AES files cannot be played on other computers than the one on which they were encrypted, they must be decrypted before using on another device.
The operating system protects files in some locations (e.g. the root of the system partition) against unauthorized access. These directories are write-protected to them and it's very hard to fix this problem. If possible, you can try to move the AES file to another location.
This problem usually affects more complex files. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Closing other programs should help. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If this does not work either, restart the device.
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