HAR File Extension

What is HAR file?

Files with the .HAR extension store software data for E-Sword's Gospel Harmony feature. .HAR is a database file with resources used by the application for bible study. It was created by Rick Meyers for Microsoft Windows, Mac OS, iOS - iPad or iPhone, and Pocket PC platforms. It can also run on Linux. Resource files with a .HAR extension are used in the Windows version of the system. E-Sword software is freeware and has been continuously developed since 2000, gaining global popularity.

Files with the .HAR extension in E-Sword

E-Sword application supports files in the .HAR standard up to version 9, after which a newer .HARX file format is introduced. The format allows for storing sections, quotes from the scripture, for example in the division into:

• chapters,
• books,
• parts for study on a specific day,

The application provides convenient access to the contents of .HAR resources, displaying them in relation to the bible in a chosen manner. Opening a file with the .HAR extension is possible in the appropriate software version by navigating through the menu Bible -> Gospel Harmony and locating the possessed resource.

Capabilities of the application supporting .HAR files

The E-Sword application, as the only one providing support for the .HAR format, enables various interactions with the Bible. These include advanced search options, comparison, printing. It features an integrated editor, a library with references to other sources, an image browser, and access to audio files. Among these, the Gospel Harmony function is also available, allowing for an attempt to harmonize, for example, the gospels.

Programs which support HAR file extension

Programs that can handle HAR files are as follows. Files with HAR 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: 02/29/2024

How to open file with HAR extension?

Problems with accessing HAR may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to E-Sword Harmony Resource 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 HAR files.

Step 1. Install e-Sword software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports HAR files installed on the system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install e-Sword. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support HAR files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading e-Sword installed is by going to developer’s website (Rick Meyers) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of e-Sword and update if needed

If the problems with opening HAR files still occur even after installing e-Sword, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of e-Sword is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that e-Sword cannot handle files with HAR may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of e-Sword is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate E-Sword Harmony Resource files with e-Sword

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate HAR files with latest version of e-Sword 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 HAR with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where e-Sword is installed, check the Always use this app to open HAR files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with HAR extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with HAR extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

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

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper HAR file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

Should it happed that the HAR is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the HAR file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the HAR file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the HAR file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. 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. When downloading the file with HAR extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

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 E-Sword Harmony Resource file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run e-Sword

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with HAR extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with E-Sword Harmony Resource file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle HAR files.

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