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What are AU3 files and how to open them

Are you having problems opening an AU3 file or are you simply curious about its contents? We're here to explain the properties of these files and provide you with software that can open or handle your AU3 files.

What is an AU3 file?

The .au3 file extension is most commonly associated with the AutoIT v3 freeware scriptiong application. This software uses a programming language that is comparable to the BASIC programming language. The AU3 files contain automated scripts that have been created with this program. They are used to automate commands within the Windows operating environment.

How to open AU3 files

Important: Different programs may use files with the AU3 file extension for different purposes, so unless you are sure which format your AU3 file is, you may need to try a few different programs.

While we have not verified the apps ourselves yet, our users have suggested three different AU3 openers which you will find listed below.

Last updated: January 12, 2020

Various apps that use files with this extension

These apps are known to open certain types of AU3 files. Remember, different programs may use AU3 files for different purposes, so you may need to try out a few of them to be able to open your specific file.

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