Tips to open RTF_ file
Can't open the RTF_ file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open RTF_ files as well as a list of programs that support RTF_ files.
RTF_ file extension
| File Name |
Rich Text Format - Mac Format Type Format |
| File Category |
Text Files |
The RTF_ file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the RTF_ files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the RTF_ file on each system platform.
What is RTF_ file?
The RTF_ file has been categorized as Text Files. Text Files consists of 440 similar files. Rich Text Format - Mac Format Type Format appears on 2 operating systems as a functional file. These systems consist of Mac OS, Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. The main program that supports this format is Microsoft Word. This was created by Microsoft Corporation. There are also 3 alternative programs to handle the RTF_ file. You can use TextEdit, Pages in case Microsoft Word cannot be used.
How to open RTF_ file?
The most common problem when using Rich Text Format - Mac Format Type Format is that a specific RTF_ is not associated with the program. This causes the file RTF_ to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. How to solve such a problem?
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the RTF_ 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 Word
In this case, you should first verify that the Microsoft Word application is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing Microsoft Word into the operating system search engine. 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 RTF_ files.
Programs to open RTF_ file
Remember to download programs supporting RTF_ files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Microsoft Word with RTF_ files
However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the RTF_ file to open in the Microsoft Word application, but you can set it manually. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. 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. It may happen that in the next window there will be no appropriate program - however, this can be corrected with the "Browse" option where you should manually indicate the program location. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the RTF_ file with the Microsoft Word application.
Step 3. Update Microsoft Word to the latest version
If, however, after binding Microsoft Word with Rich Text Format - Mac Format Type Format there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. In this case, use the Microsoft Corporation website or update the program from the application.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the RTF_ 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 RTF_ file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the RTF_ file. The only repair option is to download the file again.
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 RTF_ or the program directory. Sometimes virus-infected RTF_ files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the RTF_ file. 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. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular RTF_ file corruption. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted RTF_ 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 RTF_ file to another location.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Just close unnecessary programs. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file RTF_ to close. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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