Tips to open REF file
Can't open the REF file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open REF files as well as a list of programs that support REF files.
REF file extension
| File Name |
Microsoft Train Simulator Reference Format |
| File Developer |
Microsoft |
| File Category |
Data Files |
The REF file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the REF files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the REF file on each system platform.
What is REF file?
The file in the REF format belongs to the Data Files category. It was designed by Microsoft. Data Files consists of 1326 similar files. Microsoft Train Simulator Reference Format 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 Train Simulator application is recommended to open the file. It was released by Microsoft Corporation.
How to open REF file?
An often recurring problem with Microsoft Train Simulator Reference Format is that REF is not associated with the correct program file. This is manifested by the fact that REF files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. How to solve such a problem?
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the REF 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 Train Simulator
In this case, you should first verify that the Train Simulator application is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name Train Simulator 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 REF files.
Programs to open REF file
Remember to download programs supporting REF files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Train Simulator with REF files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the REF file still does not use the Train Simulator program, it means no association. The association can be created using the drop-down list available by right-clicking on the file and selecting Properties. 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. 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 Train Simulator application as the default for handling the REF file.
Step 3. Update Train Simulator to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the Train Simulator program, it is possible that Microsoft Train Simulator Reference Format requires a newer version of the program. In this case, use the Microsoft Corporation website or update the program from the application.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the REF 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 REF file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the REF file. The file should be downloaded again, making sure that the process has finished correctly.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file REF or the program directory. Sometimes virus-infected REF files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the REF file. 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. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair REF file corruption. You can restore the file from a backup or use Microsoft help.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted file REF except for the special designation, works normally, but only on the device where it was encrypted, before transferring it to another machine, decryption is required.
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 REF file to another location.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. In this case, the REF file is blocked by the first application to open it. Closing other programs should help. 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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