Opening ~_~ Files

The ~_~ file type is primarily associated with Temporary File.

~_~	File extension: ~_~
	File type:	Temporary files

What is a ~_~ file?

~_~ files mostly belong to Temporary File by Microsoft Corporation. Used to temporarily store critical disk data during XP install.

How to open a ~_~ file

You need a suitable software like Temporary File to open a ~_~ file. You need a suitable software like Temporary File from Microsoft Corporation to open a ~_~ 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 ~_~ file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a ~_~ file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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.~_~ File Not Opening? How to Fix It:

Because .~_~ files are often temporary data created by different programs, they aren't universally openable.

Identify the Source: These files typically appear during Windows updates, software installations, or crashed Microsoft Office sessions, suggesting they are system-generated.
Check the Header: Open the file in a text or hex editor to inspect the first few bytes:
- "PK" indicates a zipped archive.
- Readable XML/JSON suggests structured application data.
- Random binary data implies a proprietary cache.
Use the Original Software: You usually need the original program to open it. Likely tools include Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office, or system cleanup utilities, but ask the sender if uncertain.
Use this Webpage: Drag and drop your .~_~ file into our viewer to detect its format, extract readable metadata, and preview the contents.

Technical Data for ~_~ File Extension

Related files:

dov, ~, &&&

a ~_~ Temporary file is a special file format by Microsoft Corporation and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with ~_~ files

Associate the ~_~ file extension with the correct application.
Update your software that should actually open Temporary files. Because only the current version supports the latest ~_~ file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the Microsoft Corporation manufacturer website after an available Temporary File update.
To make sure that your ~_~ file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
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