All about SOUNDREF Files

The SOUNDREF file type is primarily associated with Euro Truck Simulator 2.

SOUNDREFFile Extension SOUNDREF
 File extension: SOUNDREF
File type:  configuration file

What is a SOUNDREF file?

SOUNDREF files mostly belong to Euro Truck Simulator 2.

The SOUNDREF file is used by Euro Truck Simulator 2 to manage in-game sound settings. It is a plain text file, often encoded in UTF-8, that holds references to sound effects and sound bank entries. The file acts as a configuration pointer and may list which sound sample or bank entry to call during game events.

This file serves two main purposes:

  • It defines elements of the sound effect configuration used during gameplay.
  • It acts as a reference in a sound bank to link sound assets with game actions.

    • The file may be manually opened with any text editor that supports UTF-8 encoding, allowing users to view or modify the settings. It works together with tools like SCS Blender Tools for proper sound management.

    FilExt.com note: For more detailed information, visit the official page at Euro Truck Simulator 2.

    How do you open SOUNDREF files?

    You need a suitable software like Euro Truck Simulator 2 to open a SOUNDREF 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 SOUNDREF file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a SOUNDREF file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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    How to extract texts from SOUNDREF files or capture a screenshot to PDF, JPG, DOCX, TXT, ...

    You can extract texts from SOUNDREF file or capture a preview screenshot using our online SOUNDREF file viewer:
    1. To do this, click the button "Choose your .soundref file to view" on this page.
    2. Your SOUNDREF file will then be displayed in the browser.
    3. Now click on "Save as..." at the top of the page.
    4. Then choose the file format (e.g. JPG, PDF, DOCX, TXT, ...) you want.
    5. Download the converted file.

    Programs that open and convert SOUNDREF files:

    1. Euro Truck Simulator 2
      See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. SOUNDREF files are often referred to as Euro Truck Simulator 2 settings because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
    2. Euro Truck Simulator 2 (ETS2)
      A .SOUNDREF file is primarily associated with Euro Truck Simulator 2 (ETS2) and serves as a sound effect configuration file. It uses UTF-8 encoding and dictates which sound files should be played in specific in-game events. These configuration files act as references or pointers to actual sound assets within the game's sound banks, ensuring the correct audio cues are triggered during gameplay. In a broader context, .SOUNDREF files can also represent sound references within sound banks themselves, indicating specific sound effects or music segments. These files are crucial for managing and implementing audio within the game engine. This file format is classified as Game Development File.

    Technical Data for SOUNDREF File Extension

    File classification:
    Settings
    Related files:
    snd, bnk, sui, bank, guids, sii, tobj, cfg, ini, xml

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

    How to solve problems with SOUNDREF files

    • Associate the SOUNDREF file extension with the correct application.
    • Update your software that should actually open configuration files. Because only the current version supports the latest SOUNDREF file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the manufacturer website after an available Euro Truck Simulator 2 update.
    • To make sure that your SOUNDREF file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
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