Tips to open RV file

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

RV file extension

File Name Real Video Format
File Developer RealNetworks
File Category Video Files

The RV file is supported on 3 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the RV files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the RV file on each system platform.

Operating systems
  • 2
  • 2
  • 1
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

What is RV file?

The file with the extension RV is the Video Files file type. The author of this format is RealNetworks. Video Files consists of 546 similar files. Real Video Format is most often found on 3 operating systems. These systems consist of Linux, Mac OS, Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. The RealPlayer application is recommended to open the file. It was released by RealNetworks, Inc.. This file type can also be opened by 4 other programs. You can use Windows Media Player, Elmedia Player in case RealPlayer cannot be used.

How to open RV file?

The main problem with Real Video Format is that the RV file is incorrectly associated with programs. This is manifested by the fact that RV files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. How to solve such a problem?

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the RV 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 RealPlayer

An often overlooked issue is to make sure that RealPlayer is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing RealPlayer into the operating system search engine. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Below you will find a list of applications that support RV files.

Step 2. Create association of RealPlayer with RV files

If, despite the installed application, the RV file does not start in the RealPlayer application, you must create a file association. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select 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. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the RV file with the RealPlayer program.

Step 3. Update RealPlayer to the latest version

If, however, after binding RealPlayer with Real Video Format there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the RealNetworks, Inc. page and install.

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

If the above steps do not help, you can assume that the file itself is not correct. File problems can be divided into the following:

The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. This suggests truncating the RV file contents when downloading or copying. The file should be downloaded again, making sure that the process has finished correctly.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file RV or the program directory. However, remember that not every infected RV file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
Older version of RV 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.
There can be many reasons for the failure. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular RV file corruption. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact RealNetworks
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted file RV except for the special designation, works normally, but only on the device where it was encrypted, before transferring it to another machine, decryption is required.
Some operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. Copying the RV file to another location will fix the problem.
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. Closing other programs should help. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the RV file for a certain period of time. If the problem persists, restart the machine.