How to open assets file

ASSETS File Type

What are ASSETS files and how to open them

Are you having problems opening an ASSETS file or just wondering what they contain? We explain what these files are used for and show you software that we know can open or otherwise handle your files.

What is an ASSETS file?

The ASSETS file extension indicates to your device which app can open the file. However, different programs may use the ASSETS file type for different types of data.

While we do not yet describe the ASSETS file format and its common uses, we do know which programs are known to open these files, as we receive dozens of suggestions from users like yourself every day about specific file types and which programs they use to open them.

How to open ASSETS files

Important: Different programs may use files with the ASSETS file extension for different purposes, so unless you are sure which format your ASSETS file is, you may need to try a few different programs.

While we have not verified the app ourselves yet, our users have suggested a single ASSETS opener which you will find listed below.

Various apps that use files with this extension

These apps are known to open certain types of ASSETS files. Remember, different programs may use ASSETS files for different purposes, so you may need to try out a few of them to be able to open your specific file.

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Introduction

While downloading files, you might have downloaded a file with the .assets extension. It is possible that you know what the file does, but you are unsure on how to open it. In this article we will explain what .assets file extension is, how to open it and how to work with it.

What to know

Below we have written a comprehensive guide on how to open the .ASSETS file on various operating systems.

Below you can see a visual guide on how to open the .assets file on Windows in 4 easy steps.

1. The first step is to download the Unity Technologies Unity software. You will be using this software in order to open the file.

2. The second step is locating the downloaded file. If you don’t remember where you have downloaded your file to, you should check your /download/ folder as it usually gets automatically saved there.

Step 3: Choose “Open with”

3. In the third step right click on your file and choose “Open with”.

Step 4: Choose the software and click ok

4. In the fourth step, after clicking “Open with”, you should see the Unity Technologies Unity software that you have downloaded. Click on the software and click “OK”. That’s all, now you have opened your file on Windows.

Below you can see a visual guide on how to open the .assets file on Mac in 4 easy steps.

2. The second step is locating the downloaded file. The file can be usually found in your /download/ folder if you don’t remember where you have downloaded it to.

Step 3: Clicking “Open with”

3. In the third step right click on your file and choose “Open with”.

Step 4: Choosing the software to open your file

4. After choosing the “Open with” option, you will have an option to choose the Unity Technologies Unity software you have downloaded. Click on the software and click “OK”. That’s all, now you have opened your file on Mac.

To open the .assets file on Linux, please follow these 4 easy steps.

1. In the first step you need to download the Unity Technologies Unity software. This software will be used for opening the file. You can also use Unity Technologies Unity software.

2. In the second step you need to locate the downloaded file. If you don’t remember where you have downloaded your file to, you should check your /download/ folder as it usually gets automatically saved there.

Step 3: Hover over the “Open with” button

3. In the third step right click on your file and choose “Open with”.

Step 4: Open the file choosing the software

4. In the fourth step, after clicking “Open with”, you should see the Unity Technologies Unity software that you have downloaded. Choose your software and click on “OK”. Congratulations! You have opened your file on Linux.

Conclusion

I cannot open a ASSET file. What should I do? Help!

Virtually anyone has encountered some problems with opening unknown files while working on a computer. It can be very frustrating. Yet such problems, not only with ASSET files, can be addressed in a standard way. Follow the steps below and we can guarantee that your problem with opening ASSET will be resolved!

ASSET File Extension

How to open ASSET file?

If given user account does not have necessary permissions to open files with ASSET extension, it is highly probable that no program that supports given files is installed on the users’ system. Below is a list of actions user should pursue in order to resolve most common problems.

Step 1. Download and install application that supports ASSET files

After the application has been installed, the system should automatically open ASSET files with given application. Below is the list of relevant programs along with operating systems they are available for:

Programs that support ASSET files

Step 2. Verify whether ASSET files are associated with appropriate software

It is possible that an application that supports ASSET files is not associated with such files. In such case, the program should by manually associated with ASSET files (right-click on the file icon → Properties → General Tab → In submenu «Open with» and click on «Change» button. System will display a list of suggested programs that support ASSET files. Choose the application by checking the box «Always use the selected application to open this kind of files». System will store this information in its registry and use it to open ASSET files with the selected program.

Changing ASSET file association in registry

File association for ASSET files can be edited manually by editing appropriate entry in Windows System Registry. However, it is discouraged as it may introduce errors to registry if not done properly and may even damage the system.

ASSET File Extension

Unity Asset Format

What is ASSET file?

File with ASSET extension contains game resources used by game engine and game development tool Unity. ASSET is an archive file that contains generated asset files, including textures, meshes, and shaders for 3D game objects. ASSET file can also contain database for given game.

Additional information

Programs which support ASSET file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 2 operating systems that support ASSET files. Files with ASSET extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

Programs that support ASSET file

How to open file with ASSET extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening ASSET files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Unity Asset Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Get the Unity

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports ASSET files installed on the system. To address this issue, go to the Unity developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support ASSET files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download Unity installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Unity Technologies website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Unity

You still cannot access ASSET files although Unity is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. This can be one of the causes why ASSET files are not compatible with Unity. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Unity.

Step 3. Set the default application to open ASSET files to Unity

After installing Unity (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open ASSET files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

Step 4. Check the ASSET for errors

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper ASSET file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the ASSET file for viruses or malware

If the ASSET is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the ASSET file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Ensure the file with ASSET extension is complete and error-free

Did you receive the ASSET file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. When downloading the file with ASSET extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Unity

If the systems has insufficient resources to open ASSET files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Unity Asset Format file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle ASSET files.

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Assets (Активы)

По умолчанию проект в студии не содержит данную папку. Чтобы её создать, выберите меню File | New | Folder | Assets Folder.

Чтение файлов

Для доступа к файлам используется класс AssetManager. Пример для чтения текстового файла.

Сначала на Kotlin.

Для доступа к графическому файлу из актива можно использовать следующий код:

Вы также можете загрузить изображение в Bitmap, используя BitmapFactory.decodeStream(), вместо Drawable.

Функция-расширение для Kotlin, которая вернёт Bitmap.

Используем собственные шрифты

Напишем практический пример создания приложения, в котором будут использоваться собственные шрифты, не входящие в стандартную библиотеку шрифтов Android. Для этого мы упакуем нужные шрифты вместе с приложением. Поместим в каталог assets/fonts файлы шрифтов (можно скачать бесплатные шрифты с сайтов 1001 Free Fonts или Urban Fonts ).

В файл разметки добавим пару текстовых полей с заготовленным текстом для вывода этого текста с нашим шрифтом.

В классе активности загрузим объект EditText из ресурсов, а затем создадим объект Typeface, используя вызов статического метода Typeface.createFromAsset(). Метод createFromAsset() принимает два параметра:

Например, загрузить шрифт для текстового поля EditText можно следующим способом:

Запустив проект, мы увидим в текстовых полях надписи Happy New Year! и Meow!, выводимые нашими собственными шрифтами.

Пример для фрагмента.

Загрузка локальных файлов из активов в WebView

Если нужно загрузить локальные страницы и изображения из активов в WebView, то можно использовать префикс file://android_asset. Подробнее смотрите в статье про WebView.

Получаем список файлов в папке assets

Можно получить список файлов, которые находятся в папке assets. Для быстрой проверки кода я вручную скопировал в папку два файла:

Кроме ваших файлов, также возвращаются странные папки /images, /sounds, /webkit. Учитывайте это в своих проектах. Так как в папке можно создавать собственные подпапки, то можно воспользоваться вспомогательным методом:

Ограничение на размер файлов

По сети гуляет информация, что существует ограничение в 1 Мб на размер файлов в папке assets. При превышении размера у вас может появиться ошибка:

Я не сталкивался, поэтому рецепт решения проблемы не предлагаю.