FHR filename suffix is mostly used for Family Historian Report Format files. Files with FHR extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. FHR file belongs to the Misc Files category just like 6033 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular software that supports FHR files is Family Historian. On the official website of Calico Pie Limited developer not only will you find detailed information about theFamily Historian software, but also about FHR and other supported file formats.
Below is a table that list programs that support FHR files. Files with FHR 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.
Updated: 02/24/2021
There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening FHR files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Family Historian Report Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with FHR files.
The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports FHR files installed on the system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Family Historian. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Family Historian website and download the installer.
You still cannot access FHR files although Family Historian is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. 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 Family Historian installed, it may not support FHR 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 Family Historian.
If you have the latest version of Family Historian installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage FHR on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.
Change the default application in Windows
Change the default application in Mac OS
Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the FHR file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.
If the FHR 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. If the FHR file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.
Did you receive the FHR file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. It could happen the the download process of file with FHR extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.
Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.
The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support FHR files. Close all running programs and try opening the FHR file.
Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Family Historian Report Format files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with FHR files affecting older versions of given software.
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