SRS File Extension

What is SRS file?

SRS filename suffix is mostly used for Outlook Send/Receive Settings Format files. Microsoft defined the Outlook Send/Receive Settings Format format standard. Files with SRS extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with SRS extension are categorized as Settings Files files. The Settings Files subset comprises 1305 various file formats. Microsoft Outlook supports SRS files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 1 other tools may also be used. On the official website of Microsoft Corporation developer not only will you find detailed information about theMicrosoft Outlook software, but also about SRS and other supported file formats.

Programs which support SRS file extension

Programs that can handle SRS files are as follows. Files with SRS 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 SRS extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening SRS files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with SRS extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Get the Microsoft Outlook

Problems with opening and working with SRS files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with SRS files being present on your machine. The most obvious solution is to download and install Microsoft Outlook or one to the listed programs: Microsoft Office. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download Microsoft Outlook installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Microsoft Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update Microsoft Outlook to the latest version

If the problems with opening SRS files still occur even after installing Microsoft Outlook, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Microsoft Outlook is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. The reason that Microsoft Outlook cannot handle files with SRS may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of Microsoft Outlook is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Outlook Send/Receive Settings Format files with Microsoft Outlook

If you have the latest version of Microsoft Outlook installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage SRS on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the SRS file and choose Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Microsoft Outlook installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open SRS files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected SRS file open the file menu and choose Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with SRS extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the SRS is not faulty

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

1. Verify that the SRS in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the SRS is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the SRS file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the SRS file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Verify that the SRS file’s structure is intact

If the SRS 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 SRS 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

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Outlook Send/Receive Settings Format file.

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

If the systems has insufficient resources to open SRS files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Outlook Send/Receive Settings Format files. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle SRS files.

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