Tips to open RMS file
Can't open the RMS file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open RMS files as well as a list of programs that support RMS files.
RMS file extension
| File Name |
Secure Real Media Format |
| File Developer |
RealNetworks |
| File Category |
Video Files |
The RMS file is supported on 3 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the RMS files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the RMS file on each system platform.
What is RMS file?
The RMS file has been categorized as Video Files. It was designed by RealNetworks. Additionally, the Video Files category contains 546 of other files. Secure Real Media Format is supported by 3 operating systems. Although it can be found with greater or lesser success on any operating system, it will only be useful on Linux, Mac OS, Windows. This file type can also be opened by 2 other programs.
How to open RMS file?
The main problem with Secure Real Media Format is that the RMS file is incorrectly associated with programs. Thus, when you open RMS, 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 RMS 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 Real Media Player
An often overlooked issue is to make sure that Real Media Player is installed on the computer. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name Real Media Player in it. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file RMS with Real Media Player. Below is a list of programs that support the file RMS.
Programs to open RMS file
Remember to download programs supporting RMS files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Real Media Player with RMS files
If, despite the installed application, the RMS file does not start in the Real Media Player 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. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. 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 RMS file with the Real Media Player program.
Step 3. Update Real Media Player to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the Real Media Player program, it is possible that Secure Real Media Format requires a newer version of the program.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the RMS 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 RMS file may be unusually small compared to the original file. Usually this applies to RMS files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our RMS file. However, remember that not every infected RMS file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
Older version of RMS 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. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair RMS file corruption.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted RMS 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 of the system directories are excluded from modification. 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 RMS file to another location.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. In this case, the RMS 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 RMS file again. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the RMS file for a certain period of time. If the problem persists, restart the machine.
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