Tips to open USTAR file
Can't open the USTAR file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open USTAR files as well as a list of programs that support USTAR files.
USTAR file extension
| File Name |
Uniform Standard Tape Archive Format |
| File Category |
Data Files |
The USTAR file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the USTAR files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the USTAR file on each system platform.
What is USTAR file?
The file with the extension USTAR is the Data Files file type. Data Files consists of 1326 similar files. Uniform Standard Tape Archive Format is supported by 2 operating systems. These systems consist of Mac OS, Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. The main program that supports this format is WinZip. This was created by WinZip Computing, S.L.. This file type can also be opened by 2 other programs. The StuffIt Deluxe, StuffIt Expander programs will also handle the file when the WinZip program does not fulfill its role.
How to open USTAR file?
An often recurring problem with Uniform Standard Tape Archive Format is that USTAR is not associated with the correct program file. Thus, when you open USTAR, 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 USTAR 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 WinZip
An often overlooked issue is to make sure that WinZip is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name WinZip into the system search engine. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open USTAR files.
Programs to open USTAR file
Remember to download programs supporting USTAR files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of WinZip with USTAR files
If, despite the installed application, the USTAR file does not start in the WinZip application, you must create a file 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. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the USTAR file with the WinZip application.
Step 3. Update WinZip to the latest version
If, however, after binding WinZip with Uniform Standard Tape Archive Format there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. In this case, use the WinZip Computing, S.L. website or update the program from the application.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the USTAR 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 is most often caused by a problem while downloading the USTAR file. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The computer may have fallen victim to a computer virus or hacker. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the USTAR file that we want to open. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover USTAR files, which are deleted if there is a backup of this file, then after restoring it, it must also be scanned.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the USTAR files changes over time. 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 the failure. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair USTAR file corruption. You can restore the file from a backup or use N/A help.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted USTAR 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.
The operating system protects files in some locations (e.g. the root of the system partition) against unauthorized access. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. If possible, you can try to move the USTAR 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. Just close unnecessary programs. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the USTAR file again. However, some background programs may block the USTAR file while scanning. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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