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Basic information about ATZ file

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

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


1.Detail information about ATZ file extension: Aston Compiled Theme

File type Aston Compiled Theme Category Settings Files
Developer Gladiators Software File format Zip
Description ATZ file is a Aston Compiled Theme developed by Gladiators Software. Theme or skin created by Aston, a Desktop and Shell replacement for Windows 98/2000/XP/Vista; can be applied to the Windows interface to change the look and feel and add new features; should be stored in the AstonThemes directory.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ATZ files

Windows		 Gladiators Aston


2.Detail information about ATZ file extension: Atomic Time Zone File

File type Atomic Time Zone File Category Misc Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description ATZ file is a Atomic Time Zone File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ATZ files

Windows		 Atomic Time Zone



Can't open a ATZ 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.ATZ”。

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 ATZ extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the ATZ 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.