Basic information about RTF_ file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension RTF_（*.RTF_ or *.rtf_）, you do not need a computer expert. In most cases, using the helpful suggestions of experts contained in our website as well as appropriate programs, you can solve the problem with the RTF_ file yourself.

There are 1 file types using the RTF_ file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the RTF_ file with their brief description and a list of programs that support RTF_ file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the RTF_ file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the RTF_ file?
  • How to open a RTF_ file?
  • What programs do I need to open a RTF_ file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a RTF_ file?
  • How to convert RTF_ files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to RTF_ file format?


1.Detail information about RTF_ file extension: Rich Text Format File - Mac File Type

File type Rich Text Format File - Mac File Type Category Page Layout Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description RTF_ file is a Rich Text Format File - Mac File Type. Files with rtf_ file extension  are used on some Apple Mac computers for documents written in Rich Text Format, a text format with some very basic formatting preserved.

RTF format is stored as plain ASCII text file with additional formatting commands somewhat similar to  HTML files.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert RTF_ files

Windows		 Microsoft Word

macOS		 TextEdit
Pages for Mac
Microsoft Word for Mac



How to convert another files to RTF_ file format?

There are 1 records in our database eligible for another files to RTF_ file format conversion. If you want to achieve another files to RTF_ conversion, you may use the option.

BEAN to RTFD


Can't open a RTF_ file?

When you click a file to open it, operating system examines the filename extension. If operating system recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When operating system does not recognize a filename extension, you receive the following message:

”Can't open this file: example.RTF_”。

To open this file, you install one of the applications from the list of software programs that you found here, you should be able to open, edit or convert the file with the RTF_ extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support RTF_ file?

If you do not know where you can download the application from our list, click on the link (which is the name of the program), you will find more information there on the location where to download the required application. Most often they are the websites of software manufacturers.


How to change file associations?

  • Right-click a file with the extension whose association you want to change, and then click "Open With".
  • In the "Open With" dialog box, click the program whith which you want the file to open, or click "Browse" to locate the program that you want.
  • Select the ”Always use the selected program to open this kind of file” check box.


Can I change the extension of RTF_ files?

Changing the filename extension of a file is not a good idea. When you change a file's extension, you change the way programs on your computer read/open the file. The problem is, changing the file extension does not change the file format. Select a software program from our list and install it on your computer. If the file has not opened correctly, you have to look for a different software program from our list. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.


What else may cause problems width open a RTF_ file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a RTF_ file on your computer may be at least several. The easiest thing is to find a suitable application installed on your computer, which will open a RTF_ file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the RTF_ file is damaged.
  • Whether the RTF_ file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the RTF_ file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the RTF_ file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the RTF_ file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a RTF_ file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a RTF_ file.

If the RTF_ file still not working with your software after eliminating the above shortcomings? That means that the problem is more complex and requires the help of a specialist.