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ARH File Extension

El Airplane Game Archive Format
  • Developer
    Alawar Entertainment
  • Category
  • Popularity
    3 (4 votes)

What is ARH file?

ARH filename suffix is mostly used for El Airplane Game Archive Format files. Alawar Entertainment defined the El Airplane Game Archive Format format standard. ARH file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. ARH file format, along with 1509 other file formats, belongs to the Game Files category. The most popular program for handling ARH files is Dragon UnPACKer, but users can choose among 1 different programs that support this file format. Dragon UnPACKer software was developed by Alexandre Devilliers, and on its official website you may find more information about ARH files or the Dragon UnPACKer software program.

Programs which support ARH file extension

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

Programs that support ARH file

How to open file with ARH extension?

Being unable to open files with ARH extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with ARH files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with ARH files.

Step 1. Download and install Dragon UnPACKer

Install software to open ARH file Problems with opening and working with ARH files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with ARH files being present on your machine. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing Dragon UnPACKer or different compatible program, such as El Airplane. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support ARH files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Dragon UnPACKer website and download the installer.

Step 2. Update Dragon UnPACKer to the latest version

Update software that support file extension ARHIf you already have Dragon UnPACKer installed on your systems and ARH files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. This can be one of the causes why ARH files are not compatible with Dragon UnPACKer. The most recent version of Dragon UnPACKer is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Dragon UnPACKer to ARH files

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

Associate software with ARH file on Windows

Change the default application in Windows

  • Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the ARH 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 Dragon UnPACKer installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open ARH files box and clicking OK button.
Associate software with ARH file on Mac

Change the default application in Mac OS

  • From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with ARH extension, select 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....
  • If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with ARH extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the ARH for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the ARH file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

Check ARH file for viruses
1. Verify that the ARH in question is not infected with a computer virus

Should it happed that the ARH is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the ARH file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the ARH 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. If the ARH file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

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 El Airplane Game Archive Format file again.

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

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

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 El Airplane Game Archive Format files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with ARH files affecting older versions of given software.

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