Tips to open OBZ file
Can't open the OBZ file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open OBZ files as well as a list of programs that support OBZ files.
OBZ file extension
| File Name |
Compressed 3D Object Format |
| File Developer |
Smith Micro |
| File Category |
3D Image Files |
The OBZ file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the OBZ files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the OBZ file on each system platform.
What is OBZ file?
The file in the OBZ format belongs to the 3D Image Files category. The creator of this file is Smith Micro. Additionally, the 3D Image Files category contains 622 of other files. Compressed 3D Object Format is most often found on 2 operating systems. These systems consist of Mac OS, Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. It is recommended to use Micro Poser to handle this file. This is a program created by Smith Micro Software, Inc.. Alternatively, you can use 1 other programs. You can use Microsoft Binder in case Micro Poser cannot be used.
How to open OBZ file?
An often recurring problem with Compressed 3D Object Format is that OBZ is not associated with the correct program file. This causes the file OBZ to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. This problem can be easily remedied.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the OBZ 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 Micro Poser
In this case, you should first verify that the Micro Poser application is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name Micro Poser 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 OBZ with Micro Poser. Below is a list of programs that support the file OBZ.
Programs to open OBZ file
Remember to download programs supporting OBZ files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Micro Poser with OBZ files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the OBZ file still does not use the Micro Poser 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. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. 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 Micro Poser application as the default for handling the OBZ file.
Step 3. Update Micro Poser to the latest version
If, however, after binding Micro Poser with Compressed 3D Object Format there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. This can be done using the application (if it provides such options) or from the Smith Micro Software, Inc. website and install the latest version.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the OBZ file
The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. The most common file problems are:
The OBZ file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the OBZ file. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our OBZ file. However, remember that not every infected OBZ file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the OBZ file. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged OBZ files. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact Smith Micro
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted OBZ 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 OBZ file to another location.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. In this case, the OBZ 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 OBZ 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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