File Extension A

By:   |   Edited: December 05, 2018

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A File Summary

Seven known software programs (notably, Microsoft Notepad developed by Microsoft Corporation) are related to the A file extension. In addition, they are categorized under a single primary file type, described as the Static Library format. A files are categorized ordinarily as Developer Files.

We have found A files on the Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems. They are both mobile and desktop device friendly. The Popularity Rating for A files is "Low", which means these files are not ordinarily found on an everyday user's device.

If you would like to learn more about A files and the software that opens them, please see the additional detailed information below. Also, you can learn how to do some basic A file troubleshooting if you are having trouble opening these files.

Low
Universality
1377
File Rank

/ 11690

Active

State

5

December

2018

Amended

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Known A Files


Dominant A File Type

.A
File ID:.a
Group:Static Library

The A file is a C/C++ static library file. It is used by integrated development environment (IDE) kits that were developed with a set of integrated functionalities which can be used to develop C/C++ applications. The A file contains a library of functions and headers that may be referenced by a C/C++ source file. The file may contain only a few functions or may include an entire library of functions, such as a 3D modeling engine.

Author: Open Source
Division:Developer Files
Key: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.a

Software Programs That Open The Static Library:


Microsoft Notepad by Microsoft Corporation

Windows
Mac
Linux

Microsoft Visual Studio by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

gVim by Open Source

Windows

GNU Emacs by GNU Project

Windows
Mac
Linux
GNU

Apple TextEdit by Apple

Mac

GNU Compiler Collection (GCC) by GNU Project

Mac
Linux

MacVim by Open Source

Mac

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A Popularity


Popular Mobile Brands

Samsung (28.86%)
Apple (21.83%)
Huawei (9.25%)
Xiaomi (6.74%)
LG (3.11%)

Browser Popularity

Chrome (58.80%)
Firefox (11.05%)
Internet Explorer (9.04%)
Edge (8.46%)
Safari (3.87%)


Troubleshooting Problems Opening A Files


Issues Opening A Files

Microsoft Notepad Not Present

Double-clicking your A file prompts the message "%%os%% Can't Open A File". When this happens, it is commonly due to Microsoft Notepad missing in %%os%%. You won't be able to double-click to open your A because your OS doesn't know what to do with it.


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


Wrong Version of Microsoft Notepad is Installed

Occasionally, you might have an outdated version of Microsoft Notepad installed that's incompatible with your Static Library type. Visit the Microsoft Corporation website to download (or purchase) the latest version of Microsoft Notepad. The primary cause of this problem is that your Static Library file was created by a different (newer) version of Microsoft Notepad than what's installed.


Tip: Sometimes you can get a clue about the version of A file you have by right clicking on the file, then clicking on "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac OSX).


Ultimately, most of the difficulties opening A files are due to having the wrong version of Microsoft Notepad installed.


Other A File Issues

Although you might already have Microsoft Notepad or another A-associated software installed on your computer, you can still encounter problems opening Static Library files. Other A opening errors can be created by other system problems inside of %%os%%. Issues that aren't software-related:

  • File references in the Windows Registry for A are wrong
  • The A file description within the Windows Registry was removed
  • Microsoft Notepad or another A application experienced a flawed installation
  • The A itself is corrupted
  • Past or present virus infection has affected your A
  • Drivers associated with A software need to be updated
  • Too many applications are open on your PC to load your Static Library file successfully

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