Tips to open RNK file
Can't open the RNK file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open RNK files as well as a list of programs that support RNK files.
RNK file extension
| File Name |
Dial-up Shortcut |
| File Developer |
Microsoft Corporation |
| File Category |
Web Files |
The RNK file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the RNK files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the RNK file on each system platform.
What is RNK file?
The RNK file has been categorized as Web Files. The author of this format is Microsoft Corporation. Web Files consists of 303 similar files. Dial-up Shortcut 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. It is recommended to use Microsoft Windows to handle this file. This is a program created by Microsoft Corporation.
How to open RNK file?
An often recurring problem with Dial-up Shortcut is that RNK is not associated with the correct program file. Thus, when you open RNK, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. How to solve such a problem?
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the RNK 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 Microsoft Windows
The first step is to check if the computer has the Microsoft Windows program installed. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name Microsoft Windows in it. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file RNK with Microsoft Windows. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open RNK files.
Programs to open RNK file
Remember to download programs supporting RNK files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Microsoft Windows with RNK files
However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the RNK file to open in the Microsoft Windows application, but you can set it manually. The association can be created using the drop-down list available by right-clicking on the file and selecting Properties. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of file. Using the "Change" button we can select the desired program. 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 RNK file with the Microsoft Windows program.
Step 3. Update Microsoft Windows to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the Microsoft Windows program, it is possible that Dial-up Shortcut 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 RNK file
The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. This could be due to the file itself, the cleanest issues are:
The RNK file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the RNK file. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. If this is not possible, you can use the online scanner. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file RNK or the program directory. However, remember that not every infected RNK file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
Older version of RNK file may not always be supported by the latest software version. 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 this. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged RNK files. You can restore the file from a backup or use Microsoft Corporation help.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted RNK 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 operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. These directories are write-protected to them and it's very hard to fix this problem. Copying the RNK file to another location will fix the problem.
This problem usually affects more complex files. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file RNK to close. However, some background programs may block the RNK file while scanning. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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