General File Splitter

FAQ for General File Splitter

General File Splitter splits a large file into smaller size files and creates self-joining exe file. The software supports any types of files. A huge file (up to 8 EB = 8589934592 GB) is supported. General File Splitter allows user to split the first N pieces only. And the output folder can be customized. The self-joining exe file joins all splitted pieces and keeps time of original file.

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How to choose a file to split?

There are 3 ways below.

1. Click "Browse" button;
2. Drag and drop a file onto the software main window.

How to split a file by a custom size?

Just 3 steps below.

1. Choose a file;
2. Set the custom size;
3. Click "Split Now!" button.

For more details, please click here.

What size does the software support at most?

The software supports up to 8 EB at most. Units of byte are listed below.

• 1 Byte = 8 bits (on most systems)
• 1 KB (KiloByte) = 1024 Bytes
• 1 MB (MegaByte) = 1024 KB = 1024 * 1024 Bytes
• 1 GB (GigaByte) = 1024 MB = 1024 * 1024 KB = 1024 * 1024 * 1024 Bytes
• 1 TB (TeraByte) = 1024 GB = 1024 * 1024 MB = 1024 * 1024 * 1024 KB = 1024 * 1024 * 1024 * 1024 Bytes
• 1 PB (PetaByte) = 1024 TB = 1024 * 1024 GB = 1024 * 1024 * 1024 MB = 1024 * 1024 * 1024 * 1024 KB = 1024 * 1024 * 1024 * 1024 * 1024 Bytes
• 1 EB (ExaByte) = 1024 PB = 1024 * 1024 TB = 1024 * 1024 * 1024 GB = 1024 * 1024 * 1024 * 1024 MB = 1024 * 1024 * 1024 * 1024 * 1024 KB = 1024 * 1024 * 1024 * 1024 * 1024 * 1024 Bytes
• 1 ZB (ZettaByte) = 1024 EB = 1024 * 1024 PB = 1024 * 1024 * 1024 TB = 1024 * 1024 * 1024 * 1024 GB = 1024 * 1024 * 1024 * 1024 * 1024 MB = 1024 * 1024 * 1024 * 1024 * 1024 * 1024 KB = 1024 * 1024 * 1024 * 1024 * 1024 * 1024 * 1024 Bytes
• 1 YB (YottaByte) = 1024 ZB = 1024 * 1024 EB = 1024 * 1024 * 1024 PB = 1024 * 1024 * 1024 * 1024 TB = 1024 * 1024 * 1024 * 1024 * 1024 GB = 1024 * 1024 * 1024 * 1024 * 1024 * 1024 MB = 1024 * 1024 * 1024 * 1024 * 1024 * 1024 * 1024 KB = 1024 * 1024 * 1024 * 1024 * 1024 * 1024 * 1024 * 1024 Bytes

Does the software create self-joining exe file?

Yes, it does.

I only need the first 1 piece. How to do?

It's easy. Just check "Only split the first N piece(s)" at "Split Options" and then set the N to 1.

Is it possible to output splitted pieces to a custom folder?

Sure. Please Choose "A custom folder" at "Output Options" -> "Output folder" and then choose a folder for output.

Can I view the outputted file list after splitting?

Yes, you can. Click "More >>" and choose "Splitted Pieces List."

I want to add number at the beginning of piece file name. How to do?

It's easy. Choose "X_filename.ext" at "Output Options" -> "File name of output pieces."

The software supports the following types of piece name.

• filename.ext.X: for example, filename.zip.01, filename.zip.02, ...
• filename.X.ext: for example, filename_01.zip, filename_02.zip, ...
• X_filename.ext: for example, 01_filename.zip, 02_filename.zip, ...

"filename" above is file name of the original file. "ext" means extension name. "X" means the number of pieces.

How to join splitted pieces into a target file?

Just 2-3 steps:

1. Launch the self-joining EXE file
2. [Optional] Set the target file name
3. Click "Join"

For more details, please click here.

Will time of original file be kept when joining?

Yes, it will.

What platform is the software compatible with?

All Windows 32-bit platforms, including Windows 95 / 98 / Me / 2000 / XP / 2003 / Vista.

What happens after I place an order?

You will receive an email confirming your order shortly after placing an order. Then, within 24 hours, you will receive the second email with your registration code, and instructions to get started! If you do not receive your registration code, please contact <support@file-splitter> as soon as possible.

I have more questions - who should I write to?

Please send your additional questions to support@file-splitter.

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