FRO File Extension

What is FRO file?

FRO is a file extension commonly associated with DBASE IV Compiled Report files. FRO files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. FRO file belongs to the Data Files category just like 1326 other filename extensions listed in our database. The software recommended for managing FRO files is dBASE. On the official website of dataBased Intelligence, Inc. developer not only will you find detailed information about thedBASE software, but also about FRO and other supported file formats.

Programs which support FRO file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support FRO files. FRO 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 FRO extension?

Problems with accessing FRO may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with FRO extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install dBASE software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports FRO files installed on the system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download dBASE and install it on your device. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support FRO files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download dBASE installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit dataBased Intelligence, Inc. website and download from their official repositories.

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

If you already have dBASE installed on your systems and FRO files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that dBASE cannot handle files with FRO may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using dBASE.

Step 3. Associate DBASE IV Compiled Report files with dBASE

If you have the latest version of dBASE installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage FRO on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the FRO file and choose 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 dBASE is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open FRO files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the FRO file and select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with FRO extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the FRO 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 FRO file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. The FRO 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 FRO file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the FRO file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. FRO file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the FRO 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 FRO 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

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the DBASE IV Compiled Report file again.

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

If the systems has insufficient resources to open FRO 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 DBASE IV Compiled Report files. It may be the case that the FRO files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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