Basic information about 042 file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension 042（*.042 or *.042）, you do not need a computer expert. In most cases, using the helpful suggestions of experts contained in our website as well as appropriate programs, you can solve the problem with the 042 file yourself.

There are 1 file types using the 042 file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the 042 file with their brief description and a list of programs that support 042 file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the 042 file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the 042 file?
  • How to open a 042 file?
  • What programs do I need to open a 042 file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a 042 file?
  • How to convert 042 files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to 042 file format?


1.Detail information about 042 file extension: Split File Or Compressed File From A Multi-volume Archive (part 42)

File type Split File Or Compressed File From A Multi-volume Archive (part 42) Category Compressed Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description 042 file is a Split File Or Compressed File From A Multi-volume Archive (part 42). The 042 file extension is generally used for split files. A part of larger file split using splitter software, such us HJSplit, WellTek 001 File Joiner & Splitter, SplitJoin or File Managers, such as Total Commander.

It is also associated with several archivers or compression tools, which are using, or did use in the past, the 042 file extension for its multi-volume files or archives, such as Winrar or 7-Zip.

In case of split files, you will need to merge them first with the use of the splitting/joining software tool, before you can open or work with them. If the files are compressed multi-volume archives, you will have to extract the first one and it will automatically continue to extract all the parts. In either case, you will need ALL the parts to access the original content.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert 042 files

Windows		 WinRAR
7-zip
HJSplit
SplitJoin
Total Commander



Can't open a 042 file?

When you click a file to open it, operating system examines the filename extension. If operating system recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When operating system does not recognize a filename extension, you receive the following message:

”Can't open this file: example.042”。

To open this file, you install one of the applications from the list of software programs that you found here, you should be able to open, edit or convert the file with the 042 extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support 042 file?

If you do not know where you can download the application from our list, click on the link (which is the name of the program), you will find more information there on the location where to download the required application. Most often they are the websites of software manufacturers.


How to change file associations?

  • Right-click a file with the extension whose association you want to change, and then click "Open With".
  • In the "Open With" dialog box, click the program whith which you want the file to open, or click "Browse" to locate the program that you want.
  • Select the ”Always use the selected program to open this kind of file” check box.


Can I change the extension of 042 files?

Changing the filename extension of a file is not a good idea. When you change a file's extension, you change the way programs on your computer read/open the file. The problem is, changing the file extension does not change the file format. Select a software program from our list and install it on your computer. If the file has not opened correctly, you have to look for a different software program from our list. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.


What else may cause problems width open a 042 file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a 042 file on your computer may be at least several. The easiest thing is to find a suitable application installed on your computer, which will open a 042 file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the 042 file is damaged.
  • Whether the 042 file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the 042 file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the 042 file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the 042 file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a 042 file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a 042 file.

If the 042 file still not working with your software after eliminating the above shortcomings? That means that the problem is more complex and requires the help of a specialist.