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Choose a location to save the new .afs file (do not overwrite the original immediately).
If AFS Explorer freezes or closes unexpectedly while saving a regenerated file, it is usually a memory limit or file lock issue.
: Use a tool like 7-Zip or WinRAR to extract the contents to a dedicated folder, such as C:\Games\ModdingTools\AFSExplorer .
Ensure the target game is completely closed before editing its files.