R33 File Extension

What is R33 file?

Full format name of files that use R33 extension is Split Multi-volume RAR Compressed Format Archive (part 35). Split Multi-volume RAR Compressed Format Archive (part 35) specification was created by Eugene Roshal. R33 files are supported by software applications available for devices running Blackberry mobile phones and devices:, Linux, Mac OS, Windows. R33 file belongs to the Archive Files category just like 619 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular program for handling R33 files is WinRAR, but users can choose among 23 different programs that support this file format. Software named WinRAR was created by win.rar GmbH. In order to find more detailed information on the software and R33 files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support R33 file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 4 operating systems that support R33 files. R33 files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with R33 extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening R33 files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with R33 extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install WinRAR software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports R33 files installed on the system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing WinRAR or different compatible program, such as ALZip, 7-Zip, B1 Free Archiver. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support R33 files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading WinRAR installed is by going to developer’s website (win.rar GmbH) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of WinRAR and update if needed

You still cannot access R33 files although WinRAR is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. If you have an older version of WinRAR installed, it may not support R33 format. The most recent version of WinRAR is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Split Multi-volume RAR Compressed Format Archive (part 35) files with WinRAR

After installing WinRAR (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open R33 files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Right-click the R33 file and choose Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where WinRAR is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open R33 files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with R33 extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with R33 extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the R33 is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the R33 file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. The R33 may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the R33 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 R33 file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Ensure the file with R33 extension is complete and error-free

Did you receive the R33 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 R33 extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Split Multi-volume RAR Compressed Format Archive (part 35) file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run WinRAR

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with R33 extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Split Multi-volume RAR Compressed Format Archive (part 35) files. It may be the case that the R33 files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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