Basic information about ASY file

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

There are 2 file types using the ASY file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the ASY file with their brief description and a list of programs that support ASY file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the ASY file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the ASY file?
  • How to open a ASY file?
  • What programs do I need to open a ASY file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a ASY file?
  • How to convert ASY files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to ASY file format?


1.Detail information about ASY file extension: Asymptote Module

File type Asymptote Module Category Vector Image Files
Developer Asymptote File format Text
Description ASY file is a Asymptote Module developed by Asymptote. File used by Asymptote, a vector graphics language and program used for specifying and generating technical drawings; can specify complex data structures as well as the logic used for generating the vector graphic; used for typesetting mathematical figures.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ASY files

Windows		 Asymptote
LTspice IV

macOS		 Asymptote

Linux		 Asymptote


2.Detail information about ASY file extension: LTspice Symbol File

File type LTspice Symbol File Category CAD Files
Developer Linear Technology File format Text
Description ASY file is a LTspice Symbol File developed by Linear Technology.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ASY files

Windows		 Linear Technology LTspice



Can't open a ASY 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.ASY”。

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 ASY extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the ASY 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.