ROD File Extension

What is ROD file?

ROD filename suffix is mostly used for Actuate Report Object Design Format files. Actuate Report Object Design Format specification was created by Actuate. Files with ROD extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with ROD extension are categorized as Data Files files. The Data Files subset comprises 1326 various file formats. Users are advised to use e.Report Designer software for managing ROD files, although 1 other programs can also handle this type of file.

Programs which support ROD file extension

Programs that can handle ROD files are as follows. ROD 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 ROD extension?

Being unable to open files with ROD extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with ROD files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Download and install e.Report Designer

Problems with opening and working with ROD files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with ROD files being present on your machine. This one is an easy one. Select e.Report Designer or one of the recommended programs (for example, e.Report Designer Pro) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support ROD files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download e.Report Designer installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of e.Report Designer

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problems with opening ROD files still occur even after installing e.Report Designer, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software.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 The reason that e.Report Designer cannot handle files with ROD may be that the software is outdated.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

Step 3. Assign e.Report Designer to ROD files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate ROD files with latest version of e.Report Designer you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the ROD file
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the e.Report Designer installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open ROD files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected ROD 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 ROD extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the ROD is not faulty

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 ROD file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the ROD file hinders attempts to open it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. ROD file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the ROD 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 ROD 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.

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Actuate Report Object Design Format file again.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open e.Report Designer

If the systems has insufficient resources to open ROD 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 Actuate Report Object Design Format files. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle ROD files.

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