If the tool freezes when switching from .wav to .hca selection, try using the Tab key to navigate the file selector instead of clicking with the mouse.
New patches often change how audio is stored (moving from loose files to asset bundles). If the tool stops working after an update, you may need to wait for a developer update or downgrade your game version via Steam's "Betas" tab to a legacy build. Quick Setup Checklist
Ensure you have the Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable installed, as the executable may fail to open without these libraries. Troubleshooting Audio & Tool Performance