File Extension Database

Open TAZ File

The .TAZ file format is typically associated with compressed TAR archive files. These archives are created with a Unix-based archiving utility, often used to gather many files together into a single archive file. A .TAZ file is essentially a .tar file that has been compressed using gzip. Because of this, opening a .TAZ file will usually involve a two-step process: decompressing the .TAZ file into a .tar file, and then extracting the .tar file to obtain the original files.

Opening Files with .TAZ Extensions on Unix/Linux

If you're using a Unix or Linux environment, you can use the tar command-line tool to handle .TAZ files. Firstly, the gzip -d command can be used to decompress the .TAZ file into a .tar file. Afterwards, the tar -xvf command can be used to extract the .tar file. This would look something like this:

gzip -d file.taz
tar -xvf file.tar

For further information or troubleshooting, you can refer to the Linux Command Line Cheat Sheet by FossWire.

Opening Files with .TAZ Extensions on Windows

For Windows users, a common solution would be to use a third-party software like 7-Zip or WinRAR. Both of these can decompress .TAZ files into .tar files, and then extract the .tar archive into its original files. You can download 7-Zip from the official 7-Zip website and WinRAR from the official WinRAR website.

Opening Files with .TAZ Extensions on MacOS

Mac users could use the inbuilt Archive Utility to decompress .TAZ files, although typically, .tar.gz files are more common on MacOS. A more versatile solution might be to use a third-party software like The Unarchiver, which can handle both .TAZ files and many other types of compressed files. You can download The Unarchiver for free from the official Unarchiver website.

TAZ File Important Information

In conclusion, a .TAZ file is typically a compressed .tar archive, similar to a .tar.gz file. Its usage is most common in Unix/Linux environments, although Windows and MacOS users can also handle .TAZ files by using third-party software. However, it's important to note that because a .TAZ file is essentially a compressed .tar file, you'll usually need to decompress the .TAZ file into a .tar file before you can extract the original files from the .tar archive.

Typical TAZ application file locations:

C:\Program Files (x86)\WinRAR\WinRAR.exe "%1"
"C:\Program Files\WinRAR\WinRAR.exe" "%1"

Frequently used application names to open TAZ files:

WinRAR

Frequently associated Windows objects:

WinRAR

How Can I Open TAZ File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open TAZ file is to find a TAZ file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a TAZ file is not opened in an application and you instead get a "Windows can't open a file" error message you should try looking for an application which can open the file in question.
If you know the application which can open TAZ file then run it and see if there is a File->Open main menu option in the application.
If you don't know the application which function as TAZ file opener then try to search online for "TAZ viewer", "application to open TAZ file" or "open TAZ file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open TAZ file

How Can I Open TAZ File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a TAZ file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a TAZ file is not opened in a Mac OS application and you instead get a "There is no application set to open the file" error message you can click on "Search App Store" in the error dialog and Mac OS will show you applications compatible with TAZ file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as TAZ file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open TAZ file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open TAZ file then try to search for "TAZ viewer", "application to open TAZ file" or "read TAZ file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read TAZ file

How Can I Open TAZ File on Android

If you downloaded a TAZ file on Android device you can open it by following steps below:

In the Android apps list on your Android device find "My Files" or "File manager" app and tap to start it.
Tap on "Downloads" folder inside the app.
You should see your downloaded TAZ file in that folder.
Tap on the file. If Android device supports opening the file you downloaded it will open in the corresponding app.
If file does not open you can look for the corresponding app that can open the file by searching Android App Store for the "TAZ".
If you cannot open the file with the apps from Android App Store it is possible that the file could only be opened on desktop platforms such as Windows or Mac OS. Try searching for "TAZ viewer", "TAZ file reader" online and see if any desktop applications can open it.
It is also possible that the file you downloaded is outdated and is no longer supported.

How to Open TAZ File on iPhone or iPad

To open TAZ File on iOS device follow steps below:

We advies to open Files app on your iPhone or iPad device. You can find it by swiping down on the home screen and typing "Files" in the search bar.
Tap on the Downloads folder on the Files app home screen.
You will see all files that you recently downloaded. Tap on the TAZ file to view it.
If you have the right app that can open it it will automatically launch and open your file.
If you don't have the app which can open it you need to serch Apple app store for "TAZ". This way you can find apps which can open TAZ files.
If this doesn't help it is possible that your file could be opened only by the desktop application. To find an app which can open it on desktop look for "TAZ viewer" or "TAZ file" online in your favorite search engine.

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