Opening a SYN File

The SYN file type is primarily associated with Synchro.

SYNFile Extension SYN
 File extension: SYN
File type:  data file

What is a SYN file?

SYN files mostly belong to Synchro. Different SYN files serve very specific tasks. They are not one single format. They can store various types of data depending on the software that created them. Below are a few key use cases:

  • Traffic Simulation: These files can hold traffic models and simulation data. They are used in traffic studies where the data drives simulation tools. Learn more at Cubic Intelligent Systems.
  • Mapping Data: Some SYN files are actually compressed KML files. They work with Google Earth data and related mapping applications. More details are available at Google KML.
  • Synthesizer Presets: In other cases, a SYN file holds a synthesizer preset. This type of file stores settings for sound synthesis and is used with software like SynthEdit. Visit SynthEdit for reference.
  • Signal Backup: There are SYN files that keep a backup of status data for the Signal messaging app. See Signal for additional info.
  • Synology Configuration: Some files manage Synology NAS configuration and drive synchronization. They store operational data which supports Synology tools. More information can be found at Synology.

FilExt.com notes: This file is a data file that must be opened with its correct, associated application. A quick check with a basic text or hex editor may reveal hints of its origin. Always keep a backup before making changes.

How to open SYN files

You need a suitable software like Synchro to open a SYN file. Without proper software you will receive a Windows message "How do you want to open this file?" or "Windows cannot open this file" or a similar Mac/iPhone/Android alert. If you cannot open your SYN file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a SYN file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

Online SYN File Viewer

Choose your .syn file to view this image
✈

Read our privacy guarantee in Filext’s terms and privacy policy

Please allow ads on our site

This helps us keep our servers running. Then re-upload your file to view it.

Click here to see how to disable the ad blocker for filext.com

How to convert a SYN file to JPG, PDF, HTML, DOC, ...

You can convert SYN files using our online SYN file viewer (powered by Convert.Guru):
  1. Just click the "Choose your .syn file to view this image" button on this page.
  2. After your file is opened in browser,
  3. click "Save as..." in the menu.
  4. Then click the file format (e.g. PDF, JPG, DOCX, TXT, ...) you want.
  5. Download the converted file.

Programs that open and convert SYN files:

  1. Synchro
    See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. SYN files are often referred to as Synchro data files because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
  2. Breakneck / N.I.C.E.2 Archive
    Related links: Dragon UnPACKer
  3. Connectivity Memory Model
    Neural network simulation.
  4. Excessive Speed Archive
    Related links: Dragon UnPACKer
  5. Opera (Binary Voice-related File) by Opera Software ASA
    Usually found as ECIENUS.SYN in the main installation directory.
  6. SDSC Image Tool File
  7. Synonym File
  8. Synthetic Universe
    Related links: XnView
  9. TextPad Syntax Definition
  10. Word (Synonym File) by Microsoft Corporation
    Office Word is an authoring program that gives you the ability to create and share documents using a set of writing tools.

Technical Data for SYN File Extension

File classification:
Data
Related files:
kml, sim, preset, json, xml, synced, zip, jpg, tri, ana, dpa, sign, xxl, cfg, db
Related links:
Dragon UnPACKer
Mime type:
application/octet-stream, audio/x-mod

The following listing is compiled from the database produced by the 'Associate This!' program, selected data from the main FILExt database and file extension information submitted by users.

ProgramID: GraphicsConverterPro.syn, FileType: Synthetic Universe, AppName: GraphicsConverter-reg
EXEFile: GraphicsConverter.exe
ProgramID: XnView.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\XnView\xnview.exe %1
ProgramID: DUP5.Files
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Dragon UnPACKer 5\drgunpack5.exe

a syn data file is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with SYN files

  • Associate the SYN file extension with the correct application.
  • Update your software that should actually open data files. Because only the current version supports the latest SYN file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the manufacturer website after an available Synchro update.
  • To make sure that your SYN file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
  • Click here to open your .SYN file online - secure, fast, and no downloads needed.
Drop here
View another file
SYN file viewer SYN file description