Tips to open ~CR file
Can't open the ~CR file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open ~CR files as well as a list of programs that support ~CR files.
~CR file extension
| File Name |
Recovered Image |
| File Developer |
WinRecovery Software |
| File Category |
Misc Files |
The ~CR file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the ~CR files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the ~CR file on each system platform.
What is ~CR file?
The file with the extension ~CR is the Misc Files file type. It was designed by WinRecovery Software. Additionally, the Misc Files category contains 6033 of other files. Recovered Image is supported by 1 operating systems. These systems consist of Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. The main program that supports this format is CardRecovery. This was created by WinRecovery Software.
How to open ~CR file?
An often recurring problem with Recovered Image is that ~CR is not associated with the correct program file. Thus, when you open ~CR, 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 ~CR 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 CardRecovery
An often overlooked issue is to make sure that CardRecovery is installed on the computer. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name CardRecovery in it. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file ~CR with CardRecovery. Below is a list of programs that support the file ~CR.
Programs to open ~CR file
Remember to download programs supporting ~CR files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of CardRecovery with ~CR files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the ~CR file still does not use the CardRecovery program, it means no association. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the ~CR file with the CardRecovery application.
Step 3. Update CardRecovery to the latest version
If, however, after binding CardRecovery with Recovered Image there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. In this case, use the WinRecovery Software website or update the program from the application.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the ~CR 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 affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the ~CR file. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
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. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the ~CR file that we want to open. However, remember that not every infected ~CR file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
Older version of ~CR 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. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair ~CR file corruption. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting WinRecovery Software, but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted ~CR files cannot be played on other computers than the one on which they were encrypted, they must be decrypted before using on another device.
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. Copying the ~CR file to another location will fix the problem.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. In this case, the ~CR 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 ~CR file again. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If this does not work either, restart the device.
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