Tips to open RFA file
Can't open the RFA file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open RFA files as well as a list of programs that support RFA files.
RFA file extension
| File Name |
Revit Family Format |
| File Developer |
Autodesk |
| File Category |
Data Files |
The RFA file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the RFA files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the RFA file on each system platform.
What is RFA file?
The file in the RFA format belongs to the Data Files category. The creator of this file is Autodesk. In addition to this file, the Data Files category includes 1326 related files. Revit Family Format is most often found on 1 operating systems. The file will work on Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The main program that supports this format is Revit Architecture. This was created by Autodesk, Inc.. This file type can also be opened by 1 other programs. The AutoCAD MEP programs will also handle the file when the Revit Architecture program does not fulfill its role.
How to open RFA file?
The main problem with Revit Family Format is that the RFA file is incorrectly associated with programs. Thus, when you open RFA, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. This problem can be easily remedied.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the RFA 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 Revit Architecture
In this case, you should first verify that the Revit Architecture application is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name Revit Architecture 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 RFA files.
Programs to open RFA file
Remember to download programs supporting RFA files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Revit Architecture with RFA files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the RFA file still does not use the Revit Architecture program, it means no association. 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. 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. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the RFA file with the Revit Architecture application.
Step 3. Update Revit Architecture to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the Revit Architecture program, it is possible that Revit Family Format requires a newer version of the program. In this case, use the Autodesk, Inc. website or update the program from the application.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the RFA 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:
Very often, the file may be size 0 or incomplete. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the RFA file. 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. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file RFA or the program directory. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover RFA files, which are deleted if there is a backup of this file, then after restoring it, it must also be scanned.
Older version of RFA file may not always be supported by the latest software version. 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. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular RFA file corruption. You can restore the file from a backup or use Autodesk help.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted RFA files cannot be played on other computers than the one on which they were encrypted, they must be decrypted before using on another device.
The operating system protects files in some locations (e.g. the root of the system partition) against unauthorized access. 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 RFA file to another location.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Just close unnecessary programs. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file RFA to close. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the RFA file for a certain period of time. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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