Tips to open VOC file
Can't open the VOC file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open VOC files as well as a list of programs that support VOC files.
VOC file extension
| File Name |
Creative Labs Audio Format |
| File Developer |
Creative Labs |
| File Category |
Audio Files |
The VOC file is supported on 4 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the VOC files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the VOC file on each system platform.
What is VOC file?
A .VOC file is an audio file. It is a proprietary solution from Creative. They were created to support Creative hardware solutions. They are usually small files and are compressed. Files of this type are called Voice, but their content does not necessarily have to be human speech, but rather individual instrumental or environment sounds. In addition, they can also be sound effects, or just fragments of songs, e.g. used as background. These files can be played back normally using the playback software.
How to open VOC file?
An often recurring problem with Creative Labs Audio Format is that VOC is not associated with the correct program file. This causes the file VOC to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the VOC 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 Adobe Audition
The first step is to check if the computer has the Adobe Audition program installed. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name Adobe Audition in it. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open VOC files.
Programs to open VOC file
Remember to download programs supporting VOC files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Adobe Audition with VOC files
If, despite the installed application, the VOC file does not start in the Adobe Audition 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. The window will show, among other things, the type of the file and the information by which the program is used to launch the file. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the VOC file with the Adobe Audition program.
Step 3. Update Adobe Audition to the latest version
If, however, after binding Adobe Audition with Creative Labs Audio 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 Adobe Systems Incorporated page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the VOC file
If the above steps do not help, you can assume that the file itself is not correct. File problems can be divided into the following:
The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the VOC file. The only repair option is to download the file again.
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. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our VOC file. However, remember that not every infected VOC file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the VOC files changes over time. 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. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular VOC file corruption. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact Creative Labs
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted VOC 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. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. It is best to move VOC to a different directory.
This problem usually affects more complex files. 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. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If this does not work either, restart the device.
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