~CR File Extension

What is ~CR file?

~CR is a file extension commonly associated with Recovered Image files. Recovered Image format was developed by WinRecovery Software. Files with ~CR extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. ~CR file belongs to the Misc Files category just like 6033 other filename extensions listed in our database. The software recommended for managing ~CR files is CardRecovery. Software named CardRecovery was created by WinRecovery Software. In order to find more detailed information on the software and ~CR files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support ~CR file extension

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

Problems with accessing ~CR may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Recovered Image files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Download and install CardRecovery

Problems with opening and working with ~CR files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with ~CR files being present on your machine. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download CardRecovery 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. If you want to download CardRecovery installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit WinRecovery Software website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of CardRecovery

If you already have CardRecovery installed on your systems and ~CR 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. This can be one of the causes why ~CR files are not compatible with CardRecovery. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using CardRecovery.

Step 3. Associate Recovered Image files with CardRecovery

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

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the ~CR with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where CardRecovery is installed, check the Always use this app to open ~CR files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the ~CR file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• 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 ~CR extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

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

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

1. Verify that the ~CR in question is not infected with a computer virus

Should it happed that the ~CR is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the scanner detected that the ~CR file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

Did you receive the ~CR file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. It could happen the the download process of file with ~CR extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

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

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Recovered Image file.

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

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with ~CR extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Recovered Image files. It may be the case that the ~CR files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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