Tips to open BFL file
Can't open the BFL file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open BFL files as well as a list of programs that support BFL files.
BFL file extension
| File Name |
Colin McRae Rally 2 Game |
| File Developer |
Codemasters |
| File Category |
Game Files |
The BFL file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the BFL files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the BFL file on each system platform.
What is BFL file?
The file with the extension BFL is the Game Files file type. It was designed by Codemasters. Additionally, the Game Files category contains 1509 of other files. Colin McRae Rally 2 Game is supported by 1 operating systems. These systems consist of Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. The main program that supports this format is ZipZag. This was created by Gabriel Valentin Cristescu. There are also 1 alternative programs to handle the BFL file. Colin McRae Rally 2 will apply when it is not possible to use ZipZag.
How to open BFL file?
The most common problem when using Colin McRae Rally 2 Game is that a specific BFL is not associated with the program. This causes the file BFL to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. This problem can be easily remedied.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the BFL 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 ZipZag
The first step is to check if the computer has the ZipZag program installed. This can be achieved by typing ZipZag into the operating system search engine. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Below you will find a list of applications that support BFL files.
Programs to open BFL file
Remember to download programs supporting BFL files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of ZipZag with BFL files
However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the BFL file to open in the ZipZag 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. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Using the "Change" button we can select the desired program. It may happen that in the next window there will be no appropriate program - however, this can be corrected with the "Browse" option where you should manually indicate the program location. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the BFL file with the ZipZag program.
Step 3. Update ZipZag to the latest version
If, despite the association of the ZipZag program with the Colin McRae Rally 2 Game file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the Gabriel Valentin Cristescu page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the BFL file
Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. File problems can be divided into the following:
The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the BFL file. The file should be downloaded again, making sure that the process has finished correctly.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our BFL file. Sometimes virus-infected BFL files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the BFL file. Help should be sought from the software developer, as they usually recommend using free file converters or installing an older version of the program.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged BFL files. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting Codemasters, but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted BFL files can be used by the device on which they were encrypted, on any other device it is required to have the appropriate cryptographic key and decrypt the file before its recovery.
Some operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. It is best to move BFL to a different directory.
This problem usually affects more complex files. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. 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.
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