Tips to open TAR.XZ file
Can't open the TAR.XZ file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open TAR.XZ files as well as a list of programs that support TAR.XZ files.
TAR.XZ file extension
| File Name |
XZ Compressed Tar Archive |
| File Developer |
Tukaani |
| File Category |
Compressed Files |
The TAR.XZ file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the TAR.XZ files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the TAR.XZ file on each system platform.
What is TAR.XZ file?
The TAR.XZ file has been categorized as Compressed Files. The creator of this file is Tukaani. In addition to this file, the Compressed Files category includes 236 related files. XZ Compressed Tar Archive appears on 2 operating systems as a functional file. The file will work on Linux, Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. It is recommended to use 7-Zip to handle this file. This is a program created by Igor Pavlov. There are also 1 alternative programs to handle the TAR.XZ file. XZ Utils will apply when it is not possible to use 7-Zip.
How to open TAR.XZ file?
The main problem with XZ Compressed Tar Archive is that the TAR.XZ file is incorrectly associated with programs. This is manifested by the fact that TAR.XZ files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. How to solve such a problem?
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the TAR.XZ 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 7-Zip
The first step is to check if the computer has the 7-Zip program installed. This can be achieved by typing 7-Zip into the operating system search engine. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file TAR.XZ with 7-Zip. Below is a list of programs that support the file TAR.XZ.
Programs to open TAR.XZ file
Remember to download programs supporting TAR.XZ files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of 7-Zip with TAR.XZ files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the TAR.XZ file still does not use the 7-Zip program, it means no association. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of file. Using the "Change" button we can set the program to handle this type. 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 7-Zip application as the default for handling the TAR.XZ file.
Step 3. Update 7-Zip to the latest version
If, despite the association of the 7-Zip program with the XZ Compressed Tar Archive file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the Igor Pavlov page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the TAR.XZ file
The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. This could be due to the file itself, the cleanest issues are:
Very often, the file may be size 0 or incomplete. This suggests truncating the TAR.XZ file contents when downloading or copying. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The computer may have fallen victim to a computer virus or hacker. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. 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 TAR.XZ file. Sometimes virus-infected TAR.XZ files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the TAR.XZ files changes over time. Help should be sought from the software developer, as they usually recommend using free file converters or installing an older version of the program.
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 TAR.XZ files. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact Tukaani
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted TAR.XZ 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 operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. Copying the TAR.XZ file to another location will fix the problem.
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. Closing other programs should help. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the TAR.XZ file for a certain period of time. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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