R55 File Extension

What is R55 file?

R55 filename suffix is mostly used for RAR Compressed Formats From A Multi-volume Archive files. RAR Compressed Formats From A Multi-volume Archive format was developed by Eugene Roshal. Files with R55 extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. R55 file format, along with 619 other file formats, belongs to the Archive Files category. WinRAR is by far the most used program for working with R55 files. On the official website of win.rar GmbH developer not only will you find detailed information about theWinRAR software, but also about R55 and other supported file formats.

Programs which support R55 file extension

The following listing features R55-compatible programs. Files with R55 suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with R55 extension?

Problems with accessing R55 may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with R55 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 main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening R55 files is that no program that can handle R55 files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download WinRAR and install it on your device. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. 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. Verify the you have the latest version of WinRAR

If the problems with opening R55 files still occur even after installing WinRAR, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of WinRAR is available. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that WinRAR cannot handle files with R55 may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of WinRAR is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate RAR Compressed Formats From A Multi-volume Archive files with WinRAR

After installing WinRAR (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open R55 files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the R55 file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the WinRAR installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open R55 files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the R55 file and select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select WinRAR and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with R55 extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the R55 is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the R55 file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the R55 file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the R55 is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the R55 file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the R55 file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the R55 file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. It could happen the the download process of file with R55 extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the RAR Compressed Formats From A Multi-volume Archive file again.

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

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support R55 files. Close all running programs and try opening the R55 file.

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 RAR Compressed Formats From A Multi-volume Archive files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with R55 files affecting older versions of given software.

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