Tips to open Z01 file

Can't open the Z01 file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open Z01 files as well as a list of programs that support Z01 files.

Z01 file extension

File Name WinZip First Split Zip Format
File Developer Corel
File Category Compressed Files

The Z01 file is supported on 3 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the Z01 files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the Z01 file on each system platform.

Operating systems
  • 6
  • 4
  • 1
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

What is Z01 file?

The .Z01 file is an archive file. It is a compressed file in parts saved in the following files: .Z01, .Z02, .Z03, etc. It is an archive in ZIP format, originally associated with the Corel WinZip program. The .Z01 file can be opened directly by the archiver. However, the content will not be extracted if all parts are not available. The user deciding to split the archive can set any size of the part or use predefined sizes for various purposes.

How to open Z01 file?

An often recurring problem with WinZip First Split Zip Format is that Z01 is not associated with the correct program file. Thus, when you open Z01, 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 Z01 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 StuffIt Deluxe

The first step is to check if the computer has the StuffIt Deluxe program installed. This can be achieved by typing StuffIt Deluxe into the operating system search engine. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Below you will find a list of applications that support Z01 files.

Step 2. Create association of StuffIt Deluxe with Z01 files

If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the Z01 file still does not use the StuffIt Deluxe program, it means no association. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select 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. 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. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the Z01 file with the StuffIt Deluxe application.

Step 3. Update StuffIt Deluxe to the latest version

If, however, after binding StuffIt Deluxe with WinZip First Split Zip 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 Smith Micro Software, Inc. page and install.

Step 4. Check for the following problems with the Z01 file

The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. The most common file problems are:

Very often, the file may be size 0 or incomplete. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the Z01 file. The file should be downloaded again, making sure that the process has finished correctly.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the Z01 file that we want to open. However, remember that not every infected Z01 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 Z01 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.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair Z01 file corruption. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact Corel
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted Z01 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 Z01 file to another location.
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. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the Z01 file for a certain period of time. If nothing helps, please reset the device.