File Extension Library


.ADQ File Extension

  • Category: Various data Files

What are .ADQ files and how to open them?

Can't open .ADQ file? Are you wondering what it contains? On our site we will explain to you what this file is, what it is used for and what software opens the .ADQ file.

What is a .ADQ file extension?

.ADQ file extension has been classified as Various data Files.

.ADQ is Microsoft Application Compatibility Toolkit file

An adq file extension is related to the Microsoft Application Compatibility Toolkit, a software for Windows that allows users to check compatibility of their software with Windows Vista and Windows 7.

An adq file stores some kind of data used by this app.

.ADQ file format is deprecated and this file format is no longer supported.

Currently, .ADQ file type is not actively used and is obsolete. This usually happens with system files in older operating systems, files from long-discontinued software, or with previous versions of some file types (documents, projects, images, etc.) that were replaced in later versions of the original programs.


How to open:

Due the variability and uncertainty of this file type group, there is no general information available, about how to open this various data file format. However most files with extension from this group are usually not meant to be opened or viewed directly. If there are associated applications or programs listed below the extension description, you can always try to check their website for additional informations on their forums or other type of customer support.For general information try to look at:Identifying unknown file formats

How to convert:

Due the variability and uncertainty of this file type group, there is no general information available, about how to convert this various data file format. However most files with extension from this group are usually not in formats, which can be converted. If there are associated applications or programs listed below the extension description, you can always try to check their website for additional informations on their forums or other type of customer support.

How to fix problems with .ADQ files

  1. You need to update the application that you normally use to open .ADQ files. Only the latest version of the software supports the current .ADQ file format
  2. You need to check the .ADQ file for viruses. To do this, you need to scan it with a popular antivirus (Norton, Nod32, Kaspersky, Dr.Web, etc.)