How and how to open a * .pak file? Description of the * .pak file format

Having trouble opening an unknown file format? This article will cover how to open a * .pak file.

Format description

PAK stands for Package . Files with the * .pak extension are resource packs, containers that contain many compatible and incompatible file formats. Presented as large binary files. They belong to the category of compressed files - in this sense, they are similar to archives (* .zip, * .rar).

Initially, the format was used in games. Later it began to be used in other software systems, for example, for organizing web forums (container of "emoticons").

The answer to the question of how to open a * .pak file directly depends on what types of files the container contains. Therefore, it is important to know their origin. Next, consider the best methods and programs for opening * .pak files.

Winrar

Contrary to popular belief, opening a * .pak with a regular WinRar will fail. You need an unzipper, either specifically for this format, or supporting a large number of formats.

Peazip

PeaZip has at least three advantages over WinRar:

• it is a free program;
• it is on both Windows and Linux;
• It supports the format in question.

Below is an instruction on how to open a * .pak file with PeaZip:

• download the program from the official site (do not use third-party services, so as not to download a virus with the program);
• install the program in the usual way (two clicks on the installation * .exe file);
• open the program;
• select "File" - "Open";
• Find the desired file and select it;
• done!

Smith Micro StuffIt Deluxe 2010 (or 2011)

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*.pak Smith Micro StuffIt Deluxe:

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4. Extract Open Extract.
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6. Run.

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1. Simutrans. Windows, Mac Linux. Simutrans Pak.
2. PAK Explorer - pak-. . Windows ( XP 8, Vista).
3. DePacker - Windows, . *.pak, .
4. PakBuilder - , Simutrans Pak.

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5. *.zip.
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This instruction only works in half the cases, since the file may be encrypted or contain incompatible file formats for * .zip. Therefore, it is recommended to make a copy so as not to damage the source.