DAT_MCR File Extension

What is DAT_MCR file?

Full format name of files that use DAT_MCR extension is Minecraft Level.dat Backup Format. Minecraft Level.dat Backup Format format was developed by Mojang. DAT_MCR file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Linux, Mac OS, Windows system platform. DAT_MCR file format, along with 1509 other file formats, belongs to the Game Files category. Users are advised to use Minecraft software for managing DAT_MCR files, although 2 other programs can also handle this type of file. On the official website of Markus Persson developer not only will you find detailed information about theMinecraft software, but also about DAT_MCR and other supported file formats.

Programs which support DAT_MCR file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 3 operating systems that support DAT_MCR files. Files with DAT_MCR suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with DAT_MCR extension?

Problems with accessing DAT_MCR may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with DAT_MCR 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 DAT_MCR files.

Step 1. Get the Minecraft

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening DAT_MCR files is that no program that can handle DAT_MCR files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Minecraft and install it on your device. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. If you want to download Minecraft installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Markus Persson website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of Minecraft and update if needed

If the problems with opening DAT_MCR files still occur even after installing Minecraft, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Minecraft is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that Minecraft cannot handle files with DAT_MCR may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of Minecraft should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Minecraft Level.dat Backup Format files with Minecraft

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate DAT_MCR files with latest version of Minecraft you have installed on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the DAT_MCR with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Minecraft is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open DAT_MCR files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected DAT_MCR file open the file menu and choose Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select Minecraft and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with DAT_MCR extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the DAT_MCR is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the DAT_MCR file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. The DAT_MCR 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 DAT_MCR file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the DAT_MCR file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the DAT_MCR file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

Did you receive the DAT_MCR 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. When downloading the file with DAT_MCR extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

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 Minecraft Level.dat Backup Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Minecraft

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

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Minecraft Level.dat Backup Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the DAT_MCR files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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