Tips to open RDAT file

Can't open the RDAT file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open RDAT files as well as a list of programs that support RDAT files.

RDAT file extension

File Name RNA Data (RDAT)
File Category Misc Files

The RDAT file is supported on 3 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the RDAT files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the RDAT file on each system platform.

Operating systems
  • 3
  • 1
  • 1
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

What is RDAT file?

The file in the RDAT format belongs to the Misc Files category. Additionally, the Misc Files category contains 6033 of other files. RNA Data (RDAT) is most often found on 3 operating systems. These systems consist of Linux, Mac OS, Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. It is recommended to use Windows Notepad to handle this file. This is a program created by Microsoft Corporation. Alternatively, you can use 4 other programs. You can use TextEdit, gedit, NotePad++ text editor, RDATkit The RNA Dataset Toolkit in case Windows Notepad cannot be used.

How to open RDAT file?

The most common problem when using RNA Data (RDAT) is that a specific RDAT is not associated with the program. Thus, when you open RDAT, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the RDAT file icon you want to open. If the operating system has an appropriate application to support it and there is also an association between the file and the program, the file should be opened.

Step 1. Install Windows Notepad

An often overlooked issue is to make sure that Windows Notepad is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name Windows Notepad into the system search engine. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open RDAT files.

Step 2. Create association of Windows Notepad with RDAT files

However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the RDAT file to open in the Windows Notepad application, but you can set it manually. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of file. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the RDAT file with the Windows Notepad program.

Step 3. Update Windows Notepad to the latest version

If, however, after binding Windows Notepad with RNA Data (RDAT) there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the Microsoft Corporation page and install.

Step 4. Check for the following problems with the RDAT file

The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. File problems can be divided into the following:

The RDAT file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the RDAT file. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our RDAT file. Sometimes virus-infected RDAT files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the RDAT file. On their websites, developers usually offer free solutions to such problems, e.g. in the form of a conversion program or an older version of the program.
There can be many reasons for this. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged RDAT files. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting N/A, but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted RDAT files cannot be played on other computers than the one on which they were encrypted, they must be decrypted before using on another device.
Some of the system directories are excluded from modification. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. If possible, you can try to move the RDAT file to another location.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Just close unnecessary programs. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If the problem persists, restart the machine.