R31 File Extension

What is R31 file?

R31 filename suffix is mostly used for Split Multi-volume RAR Compressed Format Archive (part 33) files. Split Multi-volume RAR Compressed Format Archive (part 33) format was developed by Eugene Roshal. R31 files are supported by software applications available for devices running Linux, Mac OS, Windows. Files with R31 extension are categorized as Archive Files files. The Archive Files subset comprises 619 various file formats. Users are advised to use WinRAR software for managing R31 files, although 4 other programs can also handle this type of file. On the official website of win.rar GmbH developer not only will you find detailed information about theWinRAR software, but also about R31 and other supported file formats.

Programs which support R31 file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 3 operating systems that support R31 files. R31 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 R31 extension?

Problems with accessing R31 may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with R31 extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with R31 files.

Step 1. Download and install WinRAR

Problems with opening and working with R31 files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with R31 files being present on your machine. This one is an easy one. Select WinRAR or one of the recommended programs (for example, The Unarchiver, StuffIt Expander, RAR OS X) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support R31 files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading WinRAR installed is by going to developer’s website (win.rar GmbH) and downloading the software using provided links.

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

If you already have WinRAR installed on your systems and R31 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 R31 files are not compatible with WinRAR. The most recent version of WinRAR is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign WinRAR to R31 files

After installing WinRAR (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open R31 files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the R31 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 WinRAR is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open R31 files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with R31 extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with R31 extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the R31 file is complete and free of errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the R31 file is valid. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the R31 file for viruses or malware

If the R31 is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the R31 file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the R31 file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the R31 file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. 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. When downloading the file with R31 extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

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 Split Multi-volume RAR Compressed Format Archive (part 33) file.

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

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support R31 files. Close all running programs and try opening the R31 file.

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 Split Multi-volume RAR Compressed Format Archive (part 33) files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the R31 files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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