All about AWC Files

The AWC file type is primarily associated with RAGE Audio Tool.

AWC	File extension: AWC
	File type:	container file

What is an AWC file?

AWC files mostly belong to RAGE Audio Tool. An AWC file is an Audio Waveform Container used mainly for game audio data. It is built with a structure that stores complex sound waveforms for use in game engines, particularly in titles from Rockstar Games.
This container holds in-game sound clips such as dialogue, effects, and music tracks. It was created using the RAGE Audio Tool and is often managed with modding software like OpenIV.
Key details provided by FilExt.com:

Function: Stores and organizes audio waveform data.

Usage: Employed mainly for modifying and extracting game audio.

Access: Best opened with specialized audio tools such as OpenIV.

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How to open AWC files

You need a suitable software like RAGE Audio Tool to open an AWC 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 AWC file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a AWC file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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AWC file format:

Why is it important to know the file format? This is the only way to find out which program to use to open the file. Each file format has a unique extension and almost always a unique signature. For example, Microsoft Word documents have the extension .docx and the signature (usually the first 3 characters in this file) PK. If the file extension does not match the file format, double-clicking on the file will cause an error upon opening. Knowledge is power - this also applies when dealing with unknown or faulty files. Below you will find our evaluation of the AWC files:

You will often come across the AWC file type. This mainly uses a special format. But the following two file formats are common:

• 90% of all AWC files have the same signature ADAT. They consist of illegible, cryptic characters. AWC files can be up to 130 MB in size, but are often around 190 KB - 15 MB. The file type is relatively new. The files contain the following words: ADAT. vehicles.awc is a typical file name. Such files are related to sirenpack, heavy, weapon, sounds, rifle, pistol, weapons and music.
• 1% of all AWC files start with the bytes TADAÿ crucial for this file format. They consist of unreadable binary data. The files are 25 KB to 2 MB in size, with a median of 2 MB. Certain words are almost always found in the files, such as TADA.

The remaining 9% of all AWC files are files with no common format. They are often associated with combat, loading, vehaud, oiss, mastered or only. Drag & drop your file here to see the file format and a preview of your AWC file!