ROCA File Extension

What is ROCA file?

ROCA is a file extension commonly associated with RIB Office Compressed Archive files. RIB Office Compressed Archive specification was created by RIB Software. ROCA file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with ROCA extension are categorized as Data Files files. The Data Files subset comprises 1326 various file formats. The most popular software that supports ROCA files is RIB office. RIB office software was developed by RIB Software AG, and on its official website you may find more information about ROCA files or the RIB office software program.

Programs which support ROCA file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support ROCA files. Files with ROCA 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 ROCA extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening ROCA files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with ROCA 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 ROCA files.

Step 1. Install RIB office software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening ROCA files is that no program that can handle ROCA files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download RIB office 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. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit RIB office website and download the installer.

Step 2. Update RIB office to the latest version

If you already have RIB office installed on your systems and ROCA files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. The reason that RIB office cannot handle files with ROCA may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of RIB office should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open ROCA files to RIB office

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate ROCA files with latest version of RIB office you have installed on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the ROCA file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where RIB office is installed, check the Always use this app to open ROCA files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the ROCA file and 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 ROCA extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the ROCA 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 ROCA file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the ROCA file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the ROCA file hinders attempts to open it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the ROCA file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

If the ROCA 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 ROCA 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

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Check whether your system can handle RIB office

If the systems has insufficient resources to open ROCA 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 RIB Office Compressed Archive file. It may be the case that the ROCA files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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