CRI File Extension

What is CRI file?

Full format name of files that use CRI extension is Crystal Reports. Crystal Reports format was developed by SAP AG. Files with CRI extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with CRI extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. The most popular software that supports CRI files is Crystal Reports. On the official website of SAP AG developer not only will you find detailed information about theCrystal Reports software, but also about CRI and other supported file formats.

Programs which support CRI file extension

Programs that can handle CRI files are as follows. Files with CRI extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

How to open file with CRI extension?

Problems with accessing CRI may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with CRI files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with CRI files.

Step 1. Install Crystal Reports software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening CRI files is that no program that can handle CRI files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the Crystal Reports developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. If you want to download Crystal Reports installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit SAP AG website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Crystal Reports

If the problems with opening CRI files still occur even after installing Crystal Reports, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Crystal Reports is available. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. If you have an older version of Crystal Reports installed, it may not support CRI format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Crystal Reports.

Step 3. Associate Crystal Reports files with Crystal Reports

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate CRI files with latest version of Crystal Reports you have installed on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the CRI with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Crystal Reports is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open CRI files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected CRI file open the file menu and choose Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select Crystal Reports and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with CRI extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Ensure that the CRI file is complete and free of errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the CRI file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the CRI file for viruses or malware

If the CRI is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. CRI file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Verify that the CRI file’s structure is intact

If you obtained the problematic CRI file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. It could happen the the download process of file with CRI extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Crystal Reports

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support CRI files. Close all running programs and try opening the CRI file.

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Crystal Reports files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with CRI files affecting older versions of given software.

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