Basic information about RUN file

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

There are 7 file types using the RUN file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the RUN file with their brief description and a list of programs that support RUN file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the RUN file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the RUN file?
  • How to open a RUN file?
  • What programs do I need to open a RUN file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a RUN file?
  • How to convert RUN files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to RUN file format?


1.Detail information about RUN file extension: ISAPI Loader File

File type ISAPI Loader File Category Executable Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description RUN file is a ISAPI Loader File. The run file extension is associated with the UNIX and other Unix-based operating systems, like Linux, FreeBSD, NetBSD that are available for various computer platforms.

The run file stores data archive and executable commands for Unix Shell Installer. *.run file is used to install programs and system data (drivers) to Unix operating systems.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert RUN files

Windows		 ISAPI Loader
Microsoft Internet Information Services


2.Detail information about RUN file extension: Linux Executable File

File type Linux Executable File Category Executable Files
Developer N/A File format Binary
Description RUN file is a Linux Executable File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert RUN files

Linux		 Linux
Unix


3.Detail information about RUN file extension: Rune Map File

File type Rune Map File Category Game Files
Developer Human Head Studios File format N/A
Description RUN file is a Rune Map File developed by Human Head Studios.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert RUN files

Windows		 Human Head Studios Rune
Edit with the RuneEd Rune Editor

macOS
 Human Head Studios Rune


4.Detail information about RUN file extension: Runscanner Scan File

File type Runscanner Scan File Category Text Files
Developer Runscanner File format N/A
Description RUN file is a Runscanner Scan File developed by Runscanner.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert RUN files

Windows		 Runscanner


5.Detail information about RUN file extension: Softworks Basic File

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


6.Detail information about RUN file extension: UNIX Shell Installer Installation Archive

File type UNIX Shell Installer Installation Archive Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description RUN file is a UNIX Shell Installer Installation Archive.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert RUN files

Linux		 Unix
Linux operating systems
FreeBSD
NetBSD
SunOS


7.Detail information about RUN file extension: Alto Executive (Exec) Program Executable

File type Alto Executive (Exec) Program Executable Category Executable Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description RUN file is a Alto Executive (Exec) Program Executable.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert RUN files



Can't open a RUN 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.RUN”。

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 RUN extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the RUN 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.