The table below provides some useful information about the .a extension. It answers questions such as:
- What is the .a file?
- What program do I need to open a .a file?
- Where can I find the specifications for .a?
- How can I convert .a file to another format?
We hope you find this page helpful and a valuable resource.
Details of extension .a
1 extension(s) and 0 alias(es) found in database.
Problems with .a files?
First check your registry for hidden errors!
| Extension: | .a |
|---|---|
| Type: | Unix AR Archive |
| Category: | Archive |
| Mime type: | application/octet-stream |
| Description: | |
| "A" file is an Unix AR Archive. An AR archive is a single file holding a collection of other files in a structure that makes it possible to retrieve the original individual files (objects). | |
| [Detailed description not yet available] [Sample not yet available] | |
| Open with: | GNU Binutils |
| Program name: | |
| Related links: | |
| AR on WIkipedia |
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| Aliases: | |
| none | |
| Related extensions: | |
| c, com, d, exe, i, i, idl, o, so | |
Recommended software for .a files
Cannot open .a files on your system?
When windows gives you an error message saying that it cannot open
.a files, this means either:
- You need to identify a program that can open the file or
- Your registry may be damaged.
RECOMMENDED:
In both cases it is strongly recommended that you
run a free scan for registry errors.
