Tips to open RCF file
Can't open the RCF file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open RCF files as well as a list of programs that support RCF files.
RCF file extension
| File Name |
Prototype Game Format |
| File Category |
Game Files |
The RCF file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the RCF files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the RCF file on each system platform.
What is RCF file?
The RCF file has been categorized as Game Files. In addition to this file, the Game Files category includes 1509 related files. Prototype Game Format appears on 1 operating systems as a functional file. These systems consist of Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. The Colin McRae Rally 2 application is recommended to open the file. It was released by Codemasters. This file type can also be opened by 1 other programs. The Prototype programs will also handle the file when the Colin McRae Rally 2 program does not fulfill its role.
How to open RCF file?
The most common problem when using Prototype Game Format is that a specific RCF is not associated with the program. This causes the file RCF to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the RCF 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 Colin McRae Rally 2
In this case, you should first verify that the Colin McRae Rally 2 application is installed on the computer. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name Colin McRae Rally 2 in it. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Below you will find a list of applications that support RCF files.
Programs to open RCF file
Remember to download programs supporting RCF files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Colin McRae Rally 2 with RCF files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the RCF file still does not use the Colin McRae Rally 2 program, it means no association. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select Properties. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. 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. The "always use the selected program ..." field will set the Colin McRae Rally 2 application as the default for handling the RCF file.
Step 3. Update Colin McRae Rally 2 to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the Colin McRae Rally 2 program, it is possible that Prototype Game Format requires a newer version of the program. In this case, use the Codemasters website or update the program from the application.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the RCF file
Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. The most common file problems are:
The RCF file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This suggests truncating the RCF file contents when downloading or copying. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The computer may have fallen victim to a computer virus or hacker. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. If this is not possible, you can use the online scanner. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the RCF file that we want to open. However, remember that not every infected RCF file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
Older version of RCF file may not always be supported by the latest software version. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
There can be many reasons for the failure. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged RCF files. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact N/A
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted RCF 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 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. If possible, you can try to move the RCF file to another location.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. In this case, the RCF file is blocked by the first application to open it. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the RCF file again. 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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