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Basic information about REC file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension REC（*.REC or *.rec）, 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 REC file yourself.

There are 11 file types using the REC file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the REC file with their brief description and a list of programs that support REC file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the REC file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the REC file?
  • How to open a REC file?
  • What programs do I need to open a REC file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a REC file?
  • How to convert REC files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to REC file format?


1.Detail information about REC file extension: Recorded Data

File type Recorded Data Category Audio Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description REC file is a Recorded Data. The rec file extension is generally used for various recorded files. These can contain any multimedia content, session, macros or more. Such files are pretty common in digital devices that record audio or video.

For example Topfield TF5800 uses .rec files for its recorded videos. But plenty of programs and games, such as Company of Heroes for example use .rec files for their replays (recorded matches).
Software programs that will open, edit or convert REC files

Windows		 VLC media player
Nero ShowTime
MPEG Streamclip

macOS		 MPEG Streamclip for Mac
VLC media player for Mac

Linux		 VLC media player for Linux

Android		 VLC media player for Android

iOS		 VLC Media Player for iOS


2.Detail information about REC file extension: Topfield PVR Recording

File type Topfield PVR Recording Category Video Files
Developer Topfield File format N/A
Description REC file is a Topfield PVR Recording developed by Topfield.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert REC files

Windows		 Squared 5 MPEG Streamclip
VideoLAN VLC media player
Elecard MPEG Player
DRD Systems VideoReDo
Nero ShowTime

macOS
 Squared 5 MPEG Streamclip
VideoLAN VLC media player
Eltima Elmedia Player

Linux		 VideoLAN VLC media player

Android		 VLC media player for Android

iOS		 VLC Media Player for iOS


3.Detail information about REC file extension: eJuice Me Up Recipe File

File type eJuice Me Up Recipe File Category Data Files
Developer Breaktru Software File format Text
Description REC file is a eJuice Me Up Recipe File developed by Breaktru Software.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert REC files

Windows		 Breaktru eJuice Me Up
Juice Grinder


4.Detail information about REC file extension: ARCserve Archivation Protocol

File type ARCserve Archivation Protocol Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description REC file is a ARCserve Archivation Protocol.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert REC files

Windows		 CA ARCserve Backup


5.Detail information about REC file extension: EpiData Data

File type EpiData Data Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description REC file is a EpiData Data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert REC files

Windows		 EpiData


6.Detail information about REC file extension: Deluxe Ski Jump 3 Hill Record Data

File type Deluxe Ski Jump 3 Hill Record Data Category Game Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description REC file is a Deluxe Ski Jump 3 Hill Record Data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert REC files

Windows		 Deluxe Ski Jump 3


7.Detail information about REC file extension: Easy CD Creator Recovery

File type Easy CD Creator Recovery Category Backup Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description REC file is a Easy CD Creator Recovery.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert REC files

Windows		 Easy CD Creator


8.Detail information about REC file extension: Medlin Payroll Software Bank Reconciliation Data File

File type Medlin Payroll Software Bank Reconciliation Data File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description REC file is a Medlin Payroll Software Bank Reconciliation Data File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert REC files

Windows		 Payroll Software


9.Detail information about REC file extension: Payroll Mate 2008 Bank Reconciliation Data File

File type Payroll Mate 2008 Bank Reconciliation Data File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description REC file is a Payroll Mate 2008 Bank Reconciliation Data File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert REC files

Windows		 Payroll Mate


10.Detail information about REC file extension: ProMash Recipe

File type ProMash Recipe Category Page Layout Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description REC file is a ProMash Recipe.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert REC files

Windows		 ProMash


11.Detail information about REC file extension: Company Of Heroes Replay File

File type Company Of Heroes Replay File Category Game Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description REC file is a Company Of Heroes Replay File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert REC files

Windows		 Company of Heroes
Company of Heroes: Tales of Valor



How to convert REC files to another file format?

There are 3 records in our database eligible for REC files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve REC to another files conversion, you may use the option.

REC to AVI REC to MP3 REC to MP4


Can't open a REC 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.REC”。

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 REC extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support REC 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 REC 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 REC file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a REC 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 REC file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

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

If the REC 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.