How to open MCWORLD files? 4 simple methods of solving such problems
When you encounter a problem with an unknown MCWORLD file and you do not know how to open such file, the first step you should take is to determine the cause of given problem. We will show you how to address most common problems with MCWORLD files and how to solve them in 4 simple steps.
- 1. MCWORLD File Extension
- 2. What is a(n) MCWORLD file?
- 3. How to open MCWORLD file?
- 3.1 Verify whether the file is properly associated with selected software
- 3.2 Install a program that supports MCWORLD files
- 3.3 Check for other possible causes of errors
- 3.4 Contact an expert
- 4. Similar file extensions
MCWORLD File Extension
- File type Minecraft World Backup Format
- File developer Minecraft Launcher
- File category Game Files
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What is a(n) MCWORLD file?
The MCWORLD file format is a backup type used by the popular video game Minecraft for storing andLoadAorting world data. It is most commonly found in the game's saves folder which can be viewed from inside the game. MCWORLD files are typically created when players save and exit a world. They contain all of the information about the world, including its creation parameters, structures, and block types.
MCWORLD files can be opened using various third-party programs such as MCEdit and NBTExplorer. They can be useful for not only creating backups of worlds in-game, but also for sharing or transferring worlds between different instances of Minecraft running on different machines.
How to open MCWORLD file?
In some cases problems may occur when trying to open MCWORLD files. Steps listed below can be helpful in addressing such problems.
Step 1 – Verify whether the file is properly associated with selected software
The first thing user should do is to associate application with MCWORLD files. It may happen so that even when an application that supports MCWORLD files is installed on the system it is not properly associated with this file format. This can be easily remedied by associating program with MCWORLD files. In order to associate such files with given application, user must open the file menu (by right-clicking on the file) and choosing "Open with". A list of suggested applications will be displayed at the top part of menu. Next, select an application and confirm your choice by checking "Always use the selected application to open this kind of files" option. Confirm your selection by clicking OK.
In order to open MCWORLD file, focus on steps 1 and 2
In majority of cases following instruction in step 1 and 2 should be enough to open files with MCWORLD extension. Before attempting the next steps, test all the programs listed below.
Step 2 – Install a program that supports MCWORLD files
Should it happen that the section with suggested programs is empty, it is most probable that no program supporting MCWORLD files is installed on the system. Choose a program from the following list and install it:
Programs that support files with MCWORLD extension
Step 3 – Check for other possible causes of errors
- Corrupted storage medium on which the MCWORLD file is stored
- File data corruption or incompleteness (for example, due to incomplete download or copy process). In such case the file must be re-downloaded or properly copied and then opened again.
- Compatibility issues – check whether MCWORLD extension is compatible with user’s operating system
- Administrative policy settings may prevent user from opening given file
Step 4 – Contact an expert
If you are still unable to open MCWORLD file, you should contact an IT expert. You could also try to contact the developer of given software that supports MCWORLD files. Appropriate website addresses can be found by clicking the name of given program in the list above.
