BR1 File Extension

What is BR1 file?

Full format name of files that use BR1 extension is Total Commander Cached Button Bar Icons. Ghisler Software GmbH defined the Total Commander Cached Button Bar Icons format standard. BR1 file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. BR1 file belongs to the Misc Files category just like 6033 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular software that supports BR1 files is Total Commander. On the official website of Ghisler Software GmbH developer not only will you find detailed information about theTotal Commander software, but also about BR1 and other supported file formats.

Programs which support BR1 file extension

Programs that can handle BR1 files are as follows. Files with BR1 extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

How to open file with BR1 extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening BR1 files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with BR1 files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install Total Commander software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening BR1 files is that no program that can handle BR1 files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Total Commander and install it on your device. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support BR1 files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Total Commander website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of Total Commander and update if needed

If you already have Total Commander installed on your systems and BR1 files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that Total Commander cannot handle files with BR1 may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of Total Commander is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Total Commander Cached Button Bar Icons files with Total Commander

After installing Total Commander (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open BR1 files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the BR1 file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Total Commander is installed, check the Always use this app to open BR1 files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected BR1 file open the file menu and choose Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select Total Commander and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with BR1 extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the BR1 is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the BR1 file is valid. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. The BR1 may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the BR1 is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the BR1 file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Ensure the file with BR1 extension is complete and error-free

Did you receive the BR1 file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. It could happen the the download process of file with BR1 extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Total Commander Cached Button Bar Icons file again.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Total Commander

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support BR1 files. Close all running programs and try opening the BR1 file.

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Total Commander Cached Button Bar Icons files. It may be the case that the BR1 files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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