Tips to open AZW file
Can't open the AZW file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open AZW files as well as a list of programs that support AZW files.
AZW file extension
| File Name |
Amazon Kindle EBook Format |
| File Developer |
Amazon |
| File Category |
Text Files |
The AZW file is supported on 7 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the AZW files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the AZW file on each system platform.
What is AZW file?
The file with the extension AZW is the Text Files file type. It was designed by Amazon. In addition to this file, the Text Files category includes 440 related files. Amazon Kindle EBook Format is most often found on 7 operating systems. These systems consist of Android, Blackberry mobile phones and devices:, iOS, Linux, Mac OS, Windows, Windows Phone, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. It is recommended to use Amazon Kindle to handle this file. This is a program created by Amazon.com, Inc.. Alternatively, you can use 10 other programs. Cool Reader, Calibre, Mobipocket Reader Desktop, Amazon Kindle Phone will apply when it is not possible to use Amazon Kindle.
How to open AZW file?
The most common problem when using Amazon Kindle EBook Format is that a specific AZW is not associated with the program. Thus, when you open AZW, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. How to solve such a problem?
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the AZW 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 Amazon Kindle
An often overlooked issue is to make sure that Amazon Kindle is installed on the computer. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name Amazon Kindle in it. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Below you will find a list of applications that support AZW files.
Programs to open AZW file
Remember to download programs supporting AZW files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Amazon Kindle with AZW files
However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the AZW file to open in the Amazon Kindle application, but you can set it manually. 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. 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. The "always use the selected program ..." field will set the Amazon Kindle application as the default for handling the AZW file.
Step 3. Update Amazon Kindle to the latest version
If, however, after binding Amazon Kindle with Amazon Kindle EBook Format there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the Amazon.com, Inc. page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the AZW file
Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. The most common file problems are:
The AZW file may be unusually small compared to the original file. Usually this applies to AZW files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. The only repair option is to download the file again.
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. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our AZW file. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover AZW files, which are deleted if there is a backup of this file, then after restoring it, it must also be scanned.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the AZW 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 this. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged AZW files. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting Amazon, but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted AZW 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. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. Copying the AZW file to another location will fix the problem.
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 AZW file again. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If the problem persists, restart the machine.
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