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RIV File Extension

CRiSP Harvest
  • Developer
    School of Aquatic & Fishery Sciences, University of Washington
  • Category
  • Popularity
    3.3 (3 votes)

What is RIV file?

Full format name of files that use RIV extension is CRiSP Harvest. CRiSP Harvest format was developed by School of Aquatic & Fishery Sciences, University of Washington. RIV files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. RIV file belongs to the Misc Files category just like 6033 other filename extensions listed in our database. The software recommended for managing RIV files is CRiSP Harvest. CRiSP Harvest software was developed by School of Aquatic & Fishery Sciences, University of Washington, and on its official website you may find more information about RIV files or the CRiSP Harvest software program.

Programs which support RIV file extension

The following listing features RIV-compatible programs. Files with RIV 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 RIV file

How to open file with RIV extension?

Problems with accessing RIV may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to CRiSP Harvest files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Get the CRiSP Harvest

Install software to open RIV file The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports RIV files installed on the system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install CRiSP Harvest. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit CRiSP Harvest website and download the installer.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of CRiSP Harvest

Update software that support file extension RIVIf the problems with opening RIV files still occur even after installing CRiSP Harvest, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of CRiSP Harvest is available. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that CRiSP Harvest cannot handle files with RIV may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of CRiSP Harvest should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open RIV files to CRiSP Harvest

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

Associate software with RIV file on Windows

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

  • Clicking the RIV with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
  • Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
  • The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where CRiSP Harvest is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open RIV files and clicking OK.
Associate software with RIV file on Mac

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

  • Right-click the RIV file and 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....
  • Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with RIV extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the RIV for errors

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

Check RIV file for viruses
1. Check the RIV file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the RIV is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the RIV file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the RIV file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Ensure the file with RIV extension is complete and error-free

Did you receive the RIV 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 RIV 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

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the CRiSP Harvest file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle CRiSP Harvest

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

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with CRiSP Harvest file. It may be the case that the RIV files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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