Basic information about EAF file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension EAF（*.EAF or *.eaf）, 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 EAF file yourself.

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


1.Detail information about EAF file extension: ELAN Annotation Format

File type ELAN Annotation Format Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description EAF file is a ELAN Annotation Format. EAF filename suffix is mostly used for ELAN Annotation Format files. EAF files are supported by software applications available for devices running Linux, Mac OS, Windows. Files with EAF extension are categorized as Developer Files files. The Developer Files subset comprises 992 various file formats. NotePad++ text editor supports EAF files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 4 other tools may also be used. Software named NotePad++ text editor was created by Notepad++ Team. In order to find more detailed information on the software and EAF files, check the developer’s official website.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert EAF files

Windows		 Microsoft Windows NotePad
NotePad++ text editor
Nvu

macOS		 TextEdit

Linux		 gedit



Can't open a EAF 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.EAF”。

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 EAF extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support EAF 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 EAF 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 EAF file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a EAF 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 EAF file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

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

If the EAF 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.