RDX File Extension

What is RDX file?

Full format name of files that use RDX extension is Reflex Data Format. Borland defined the Reflex Data Format format standard. Files with RDX extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. RDX file format, along with 1326 other file formats, belongs to the Data Files category. The most popular software that supports RDX files is Borland Reflex.

Programs which support RDX file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support RDX files. Files with RDX 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 RDX extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening RDX files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Reflex Data Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with RDX files.

Step 1. Get the Borland Reflex

Problems with opening and working with RDX files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with RDX files being present on your machine. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Borland Reflex. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading Borland Reflex installed is by going to developer’s website () and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Borland Reflex

If the problems with opening RDX files still occur even after installing Borland Reflex, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Borland Reflex is available. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. If you have an older version of Borland Reflex installed, it may not support RDX format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Borland Reflex.

Step 3. Associate Reflex Data Format files with Borland Reflex

If you have the latest version of Borland Reflex installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage RDX 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 RDX file and choose Open with option
• 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 Borland Reflex installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open RDX files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

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

Step 4. Ensure that the RDX file is complete and free of errors

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper RDX file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

If the RDX is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. RDX file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

Did you receive the RDX file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. It could happen the the download process of file with RDX 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.

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 Reflex Data Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Borland Reflex

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

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Reflex Data Format file. It may be the case that the RDX files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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