Tips to open MCMETA file
Can't open the MCMETA file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open MCMETA files as well as a list of programs that support MCMETA files.
MCMETA file extension
| File Name |
Minecraft Animation Format |
| File Developer |
Mojang |
| File Category |
Game Files |
The MCMETA file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the MCMETA files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the MCMETA file on each system platform.
What is MCMETA file?
The file in the MCMETA format belongs to the Game Files category. The author of this format is Mojang. In addition to this file, the Game Files category includes 1509 related files. Minecraft Animation Format is most often found on 2 operating systems. The file will work on Mac OS, Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The Minecraft application is recommended to open the file. It was released by Markus Persson. Alternatively, you can use 2 other programs. Windows Notepad will apply when it is not possible to use Minecraft.
How to open MCMETA file?
An often recurring problem with Minecraft Animation Format is that MCMETA is not associated with the correct program file. Thus, when you open MCMETA, 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 MCMETA 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 Minecraft
In this case, you should first verify that the Minecraft application is installed on the computer. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name Minecraft in it. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file MCMETA with Minecraft. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open MCMETA files.
Programs to open MCMETA file
Remember to download programs supporting MCMETA files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Minecraft with MCMETA files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the MCMETA file still does not use the Minecraft program, it means no association. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select 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. The program should be visible in the window, otherwise it should be selected manually using the "Browse" button and the program installation directory should be indicated. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the MCMETA file with the Minecraft program.
Step 3. Update Minecraft to the latest version
If, despite the association of the Minecraft program with the Minecraft Animation Format file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version. This can be done using the application (if it provides such options) or from the Markus Persson website and install the latest version.
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 MCMETA file contents when downloading or copying. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file MCMETA or the program directory. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover MCMETA files, which are deleted if there is a backup of this file, then after restoring it, it must also be scanned.
Older version of MCMETA 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.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular MCMETA file corruption. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting Mojang, 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 MCMETA files can be used by the device on which they were encrypted, on any other device it is required to have the appropriate cryptographic key and decrypt the file before its recovery.
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. It is best to move MCMETA to a different directory.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Just close unnecessary programs. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the MCMETA 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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