HRF File Extension

What is HRF file?

HRF filename suffix is mostly used for Hitachi Raster Format files. Hitachi Raster Format format was developed by Hitachi. Files with HRF extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with HRF extension are categorized as Raster Image Files files. The Raster Image Files subset comprises 522 various file formats. CADCore supports HRF files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 1 other tools may also be used.

Programs which support HRF file extension

The following listing features HRF-compatible programs. Files with HRF suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with HRF extension?

Being unable to open files with HRF extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with HRF 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 HRF files.

Step 1. Install CADCore software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports HRF files installed on the system. This one is an easy one. Select CADCore or one of the recommended programs (for example, PowerView) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support HRF files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit CADCore website and download the installer.

Step 2. Update CADCore to the latest version

If the problems with opening HRF files still occur even after installing CADCore, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of CADCore is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. This can be one of the causes why HRF files are not compatible with CADCore. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using CADCore.

Step 3. Associate Hitachi Raster Format files with CADCore

After installing CADCore (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open HRF files. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the HRF with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the CADCore installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open HRF files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with HRF extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• 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 HRF extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the HRF 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 HRF file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. The HRF may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the HRF 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 scanner detected that the HRF file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the HRF file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. When downloading the file with HRF extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Hitachi Raster Format file again.

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

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

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 Hitachi Raster Format file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle HRF files.

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