DAR File Extension

What is DAR file?

DAR is a file extension commonly associated with DAR Disk Archive files. DAR file format is compatible with software that can be installed on , Linux system platform. DAR file belongs to the Compressed Files category just like 236 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular program for handling DAR files is KDar, but users can choose among 1 different programs that support this file format.

Programs which support DAR file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open DAR files divided into 2 categories according to system platform supported. Files with DAR 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 DAR extension?

Being unable to open files with DAR extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with DAR extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with DAR files.

Step 1. Install KDar software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening DAR files is that no program that can handle DAR files is installed on user’s system. This one is an easy one. Select KDar or one of the recommended programs (for example, DAR) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading KDar installed is by going to developer’s website () and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update KDar to the latest version

If you already have KDar installed on your systems and DAR files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. The reason that KDar cannot handle files with DAR may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of KDar is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open DAR files to KDar

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate DAR files with latest version of KDar 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.

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the DAR 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 KDar is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open DAR files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the DAR file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with DAR extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the DAR 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 DAR file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the DAR file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the DAR is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the DAR file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the DAR file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. If the DAR file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the DAR Disk Archive file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open KDar

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

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with DAR Disk Archive file. It may be the case that the DAR files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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