File Extension Library


.MSCZ File Extension

  • Developer by: The MuseScore Team
  • Category: Audio Files
  • Format: Zip

What are .MSCZ files and how to open them?

Can't open .MSCZ 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 .MSCZ file.

What is a .MSCZ file extension?

.MSCZ file extension is created by The MuseScore Team. .MSCZ has been classified as Audio Files. The format of .MSCZ file is Zip.

.MSCZ is MuseScore Compressed Score File

Music score saved by MuseScore, a free program used for music composition and notation; contains a composition, including instruments, time and key signatures, and music notes; also contains score metadata such as composer, title, and copyright information.

MSCZ files are the standard save format for MuseScore. They are stored in a compressed Zip format. Uncompressed music scores are saved as .MSCX files (or .MSC files in MuseScore version 0.9.4 and earlier), which can be edited manually with a text editor.

List of all softwares that can open the MuseScore Compressed Score File
Windows
MuseScore
Mac
MuseScore
Linux
MuseScore

How to fix problems with .MSCZ files

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