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Basic information about SNA file

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

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


1.Detail information about SNA file extension: NO$GBA Snapshot File

File type NO$GBA Snapshot File Category Game Files
Developer NO$GBA File format Binary
Description SNA file is a NO$GBA Snapshot File developed by NO$GBA. Game file created by NO$GBA, an emulator for Nintendo DS and Game Boy Advance handheld game systems; saves a snapshot of a running game and can be loaded to resume gameplay at the exact spot that the snapshot was taken; requires the original ROM (.NDS or .GBA file) that was used to create the snapshot in order to load properly.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SNA files

Windows		 NO$GBA


2.Detail information about SNA file extension: Drive Snapshot Primary Backup File

File type Drive Snapshot Primary Backup File Category Backup Files
Developer Tom Ehlert File format N/A
Description SNA file is a Drive Snapshot Primary Backup File developed by Tom Ehlert.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SNA files

Windows		 Tom Ehlert Drive Snapshot



Can't open a SNA 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.SNA”。

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 SNA extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the SNA 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.