WAF File Description

Writer:   |   Revised: November 26, 2018

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WAF File Summary

Our most recent information indicates that WAF files are associated with only a single known file type, the Internet Explorer For Mac Cache format, and can be viewed with the Internet Explorer software package (developed by Microsoft Corporation). WAF files are traditionally categorized as Temporary Files.

File Extension WAF files have been identified on both desktop and mobile devices. With a Popularity Rating of "Low", these files are not very common to your average computer user.

Interested to learn more about the WAF File Extension? We encourage you to view the detailed file information below to learn about the software that opens WAF files, and other troubleshooting tips.

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Varieties of WAF Files


Leading WAF Type

.WAF
Formatting:.waf
Classification:Internet Explorer For Mac Cache

Cache file associated with Internet Explorer for Mac, a web browser software developed by Microsoft. This software is discontinued and WAF format is no longer used.

Author: Microsoft Corporation
Division:Temporary Files
Folder: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.waf

Software Programs That Open The Internet Explorer For Mac Cache:


Internet Explorer by Microsoft Corporation

Windows
Mac

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WAF Usage


Primary OS Ranking

Windows (97.14%)
Macintosh (2.06%)
Linux (0.73%)
Chrome (0.05%)
Other (0.01%)


Troubleshoot WAF Files


Typical WAF Opening Challenges

Internet Explorer is Not Installed

When you double-click your WAF file, you may see a dialog box from your operating system stating that it "Cannot Open This File Type". If this is the case, it's usually due to the fact that you do not have Internet Explorer for %%os%% installed on your computer. The typical path of opening your WAF with a double-click won't work because %%os%% cannot make the program connection.


Tip: If you have another software that you know opens WAF files, you can select it by hitting the "Show Apps" button.


Wrong Version of Internet Explorer is Installed

Occasionally, you might have an outdated version of Internet Explorer installed that's incompatible with your Internet Explorer For Mac Cache type. If you do not have the proper version Internet Explorer (or any of the other programs listed above), you may need to try downloading a different version of it, or one of the other software applications listed above. This issue mainly occurs when your Internet Explorer For Mac Cache file was created by a newer version of Internet Explorer than you have on your PC.


Tip: Investigate your WAF file by right-clicking and selecting "Properties" to find clues on what version you need.


Ultimately, most of the difficulties opening WAF files are due to having the wrong version of Internet Explorer installed.


Other WAF File Issues

Even with the correct version of Internet Explorer installed, you can still experience difficulties opening WAFs. There can be external issues inside of %%os%% that are causing these errors when opening WAFs. These issues include:

  • Invalid WAF file references in the Windows Registry (the "phonebook" of the Windows Operating System)
  • Unintentional removal of the description of the WAF file inside the Windows Registry
  • Defective install of a WAF program, such as Internet Explorer
  • File corruption affecting your WAF file
  • Your WAF has adversely impacted by malware
  • Device drivers for WAF-related hardware are out-of-date
  • Too many applications are open on your PC to load your Internet Explorer For Mac Cache file successfully

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