FRG File Extension

What is FRG file?

FRG filename suffix is mostly used for DBASE IV Uncompiled Report Format files. dataBased Intelligence, Inc. defined the DBASE IV Uncompiled Report Format format standard. FRG file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. FRG file belongs to the Text Files category just like 440 other filename extensions listed in our database. The software recommended for managing FRG files is dBASE. Software named dBASE was created by dataBased Intelligence, Inc.. In order to find more detailed information on the software and FRG files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support FRG file extension

The following listing features FRG-compatible programs. Files with FRG 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 FRG extension?

Problems with accessing FRG may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with FRG 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 FRG files.

Step 1. Download and install dBASE

Problems with opening and working with FRG files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with FRG files being present on your machine. The solution is straightforward, just download and install dBASE. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download dBASE installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit dataBased Intelligence, Inc. website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of dBASE and update if needed

You still cannot access FRG files although dBASE 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. The reason that dBASE cannot handle files with FRG may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of dBASE is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open FRG files to dBASE

If you have the latest version of dBASE installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage FRG on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the FRG file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the dBASE installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open FRG files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with FRG extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select dBASE and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with FRG extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Ensure that the FRG 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 FRG file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Verify that the FRG in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the FRG file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the FRG file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. FRG file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Ensure the file with FRG extension is complete and error-free

If the FRG file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. It could happen the the download process of file with FRG extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

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

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the DBASE IV Uncompiled Report Format file.

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

If the systems has insufficient resources to open FRG files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

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 DBASE IV Uncompiled Report Format file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle FRG files.

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