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Basic information about ZST file

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

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


1.Detail information about ZST file extension: ZSNES Save File

File type ZSNES Save File Category Game Files
Developer ZSNES File format N/A
Description ZST file is a ZSNES Save File developed by ZSNES. Game file saved by ZSNES, a Super Nintendo emulator for Windows and Linux; stores game progress in a saved state so that the game can be opened and resumed at a later time; now also supported by the Snes9x emulator.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ZST files

Windows		 ZSNES
Snes9x

macOS		 Snes9x

Linux		 ZSNES
Snes9x



Can't open a ZST 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.ZST”。

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 ZST extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the ZST 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.