Tips to open REM file

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

REM file extension

File Name BlackBerry Encrypted Data Format
File Developer Research In Motion
File Category Misc Files

The REM file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the REM files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the REM file on each system platform.

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What is REM file?

The file in the REM format belongs to the Misc Files category. The creator of this file is Research In Motion. Additionally, the Misc Files category contains 6033 of other files. BlackBerry Encrypted Data Format appears on 2 operating systems as a functional file. The file will work on Mac OS, Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The main program that supports this format is BlackBerry Desktop Software. This was created by BlackBerry (Research In Motion Limited). Alternatively, you can use 1 other programs.

How to open REM file?

The main problem with BlackBerry Encrypted Data Format is that the REM file is incorrectly associated with programs. Thus, when you open REM, 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 REM 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 BlackBerry Desktop Software

The first step is to check if the computer has the BlackBerry Desktop Software program installed. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name BlackBerry Desktop Software in it. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open REM files.

Step 2. Create association of BlackBerry Desktop Software with REM files

If, despite the installed application, the REM file does not start in the BlackBerry Desktop Software application, you must create a file association. The association can be created using the drop-down list available by right-clicking on the file and selecting Properties. The window will show, among other things, the type of the file and the information by which the program is used to launch the file. Using the "Change" button we can set the program to handle this type. The program should be visible in the window, otherwise it should be selected manually using the "Browse" button and the program installation directory should be indicated. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the REM file with the BlackBerry Desktop Software program.

Step 3. Update BlackBerry Desktop Software to the latest version

If, however, after binding BlackBerry Desktop Software with BlackBerry Encrypted Data Format there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. This can be done using the application (if it provides such options) or from the BlackBerry (Research In Motion Limited) website and install the latest version.

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

Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. This could be due to the file itself, the cleanest issues are:

The REM file may be unusually small compared to the original file. Usually this applies to REM files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. The file should be downloaded again, making sure that the process has finished correctly.
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. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file REM or the program directory. Sometimes virus-infected REM files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the REM files changes over time. 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 the failure. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair REM file corruption. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting Research In Motion, but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted REM 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 REM file to another location.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. 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. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the REM file for a certain period of time. If the problem persists, restart the machine.