Use the File > Open command. This error usually occurs because you have attempted to open an Audacity project by using the Import command (which is reserved for audio files). Instead, you should always use File > Open... to open an AUP (Audacity Project) file.
How do I fix Audacity not recognized a File type?
Re: Audacity did not recognize the type of file
If you haven't done so already, download and install the FFmpeg Import/Export Library. That will allow you to open and/or export many different audio formats. And, you might have to correct the file name extension to match the actual format.
How do I recover a corrupted File in Audacity?
Solution 1: Use audio file recovery software that supports file formats of Audacity
- Download and Run Stellar Photo Recovery on your PC.
- Connect the storage media with PC.
- On the home screen of the software click on Recover Photo, Audio, & Files.
- Select the drive letter. ...
- The found audio files are listed.
