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Basic information about R85 file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension R85（*.R85 or *.r85）, 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 R85 file yourself.

There are 1 file types using the R85 file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the R85 file with their brief description and a list of programs that support R85 file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the R85 file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the R85 file?
  • How to open a R85 file?
  • What programs do I need to open a R85 file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a R85 file?
  • How to convert R85 files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to R85 file format?


1.Detail information about R85 file extension: RAR Compressed Files From A Multi-volume Archive

File type RAR Compressed Files From A Multi-volume Archive Category Backup Files
Developer Eugene Roshal File format N/A
Description R85 file is a RAR Compressed Files From A Multi-volume Archive developed by Eugene Roshal. R85 filename suffix is mostly used for RAR Compressed Formats From A Multi-volume Archive files. RAR Compressed Formats From A Multi-volume Archive specification was created by Eugene Roshal. R85 files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. Files with R85 extension are categorized as Archive Files files. The Archive Files subset comprises 619 various file formats. The most popular software that supports R85 files is WinRAR. On the official website of win.rar GmbH developer not only will you find detailed information about theWinRAR software, but also about R85 and other supported file formats.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert R85 files

Windows		 WinRAR



Can't open a R85 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.R85”。

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 R85 extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support R85 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 R85 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 R85 file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a R85 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 R85 file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the R85 file is damaged.
  • Whether the R85 file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the R85 file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the R85 file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the R85 file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a R85 file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a R85 file.

If the R85 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.