RTMP File Extension

What is RTMP file?

RTMP filename suffix is mostly used for JRiver Media Center Data Format files. RTMP file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with RTMP extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. The most popular software that supports RTMP files is JRiver Media Center. On the official website of JRiver, Inc. developer not only will you find detailed information about theJRiver Media Center software, but also about RTMP and other supported file formats.

Programs which support RTMP file extension

The following listing features RTMP-compatible programs. Files with RTMP extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

Updated: 10/04/2020

How to open file with RTMP extension?

Problems with accessing RTMP may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to JRiver Media Center Data Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with RTMP files.

Step 1. Get the JRiver Media Center

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening RTMP files is that no program that can handle RTMP files is installed on user’s system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install JRiver Media Center. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download JRiver Media Center installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit JRiver, Inc. website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of JRiver Media Center and update if needed

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

Step 3. Associate JRiver Media Center Data Format files with JRiver Media Center

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate RTMP files with latest version of JRiver Media Center 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

• Right-click the RTMP file and choose Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where JRiver Media Center is installed, check the Always use this app to open RTMP files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected RTMP file open the file menu and choose Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with RTMP extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the RTMP is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the RTMP file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the RTMP file for viruses or malware

If the RTMP is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the RTMP file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. RTMP file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

If the RTMP file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. If the RTMP file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

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 JRiver Media Center Data Format file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open JRiver Media Center

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

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with JRiver Media Center Data Format files. It may be the case that the RTMP files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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