Tips to open AN2 file
Can't open the AN2 file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open AN2 files as well as a list of programs that support AN2 files.
AN2 file extension
File Name |
Croc Animation Format |
File Developer |
Argonaut Software |
File Category |
Game Files |
The AN2 file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the AN2 files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the AN2 file on each system platform.
What is AN2 file?
The file with the extension AN2 is the Game Files file type. The creator of this file is Argonaut Software. Additionally, the Game Files category contains 1509 of other files. Croc Animation Format is supported by 1 operating systems. These systems consist of Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional.
How to open AN2 file?
The main problem with Croc Animation Format is that the AN2 file is incorrectly associated with programs. This is manifested by the fact that AN2 files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the AN2 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 Croc: Legend of the Gobbos
An often overlooked issue is to make sure that Croc: Legend of the Gobbos is installed on the computer. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name Croc: Legend of the Gobbos in it. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file AN2 with Croc: Legend of the Gobbos. Below is a list of programs that support the file AN2.
Programs to open AN2 file
Remember to download programs supporting AN2 files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Croc: Legend of the Gobbos with AN2 files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the AN2 file still does not use the Croc: Legend of the Gobbos program, it means no association. The association can be created using the drop-down list available by right-clicking on the file and selecting Properties. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of file. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. The "always use the selected program ..." field will set the Croc: Legend of the Gobbos application as the default for handling the AN2 file.
Step 3. Update Croc: Legend of the Gobbos to the latest version
If, however, after binding Croc: Legend of the Gobbos with Croc Animation Format there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the AN2 file
Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. The most common file problems are:
The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. This suggests truncating the AN2 file contents when downloading or copying. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the AN2 file that we want to open. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover AN2 files, which are deleted if there is a backup of this file, then after restoring it, it must also be scanned.
Older version of AN2 file may not always be supported by the latest software version. 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 this. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged AN2 files.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted AN2 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. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. If possible, you can try to move the AN2 file to another location.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the AN2 file again. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
Was this page helpful? YesNo