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Basic information about DAT_NEW file

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

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


1.Detail information about DAT_NEW file extension: Minecraft World Level File

File type Minecraft World Level File Category Game Files
Developer Mojang File format Binary
Description DAT_NEW file is a Minecraft World Level File developed by Mojang. Game file used by Minecraft, a game that allows open-ended 3D exploration and construction; stores data that is used to reconstruct the state of the world when a Minecraft game is restarted; sometimes created when a Minecraft server crashes.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DAT_NEW files

Windows
Mojang Minecraft

macOS
Mojang Minecraft

Linux
Mojang Minecraft



Can't open a DAT_NEW 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.DAT_NEW”。

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 DAT_NEW extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the DAT_NEW 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.