BR31 File Extension

What is BR31 file?

BR31 is a file extension commonly associated with BMW IDrive Multimedia Data Format files. BR31 files are supported by software applications available for devices running Mac OS, Windows. BR31 file format, along with 771 other file formats, belongs to the Audio Files category. BRx Konverter supports BR31 files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 2 other tools may also be used. Software named BRx Konverter was created by Matthias Rebbe. In order to find more detailed information on the software and BR31 files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support BR31 file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 2 operating systems that support BR31 files. BR31 files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Updated: 03/20/2020

How to open file with BR31 extension?

Being unable to open files with BR31 extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with BR31 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 BR31 files.

Step 1. Download and install BRx Konverter

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening BR31 files is that no program that can handle BR31 files is installed on user’s system. The most obvious solution is to download and install BRx Konverter or one to the listed programs: BMW iDrive. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support BR31 files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading BRx Konverter installed is by going to developer’s website (Matthias Rebbe) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of BRx Konverter

You still cannot access BR31 files although BRx Konverter is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. This can be one of the causes why BR31 files are not compatible with BRx Konverter. The most recent version of BRx Konverter is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign BRx Konverter to BR31 files

After installing BRx Konverter (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open BR31 files. 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 BR31 file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where BRx Konverter is installed, check the Always use this app to open BR31 files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with BR31 extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• 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 BR31 extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the BR31 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 BR31 file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Verify that the BR31 in question is not infected with a computer virus

Should it happed that the BR31 is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the scanner detected that the BR31 file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Verify that the BR31 file’s structure is intact

If the BR31 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 BR31 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

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run BRx Konverter

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support BR31 files. Close all running programs and try opening the BR31 file.

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with BMW IDrive Multimedia Data Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the BR31 files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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