RDO File Extension

What is RDO file?

RDO is a file extension commonly associated with Xerox Rawster Document Object Format files. RDO files are supported by software applications available for devices running Mac OS, Windows. RDO file format, along with 1305 other file formats, belongs to the Settings Files category. Users are advised to use Xerox Document Scan software for managing RDO files, although 4 other programs can also handle this type of file.

Programs which support RDO file extension

The list that follows enumerates programs compatible with RDO files, divided into 2 categories based on operating system on which they are available. Files with RDO 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 RDO extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening RDO files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with RDO extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install Xerox Document Scan software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports RDO files installed on the system. This one is an easy one. Select Xerox Document Scan or one of the recommended programs (for example, Preps XL, Xerox Scan to PC Desktop, FreeFlow Makeready) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download Xerox Document Scan installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of Xerox Document Scan and update if needed

If the problems with opening RDO files still occur even after installing Xerox Document Scan, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Xerox Document Scan is available. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. This can be one of the causes why RDO files are not compatible with Xerox Document Scan. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Xerox Document Scan.

Step 3. Set the default application to open RDO files to Xerox Document Scan

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate RDO files with latest version of Xerox Document Scan you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the RDO 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 Xerox Document Scan is installed, check the Always use this app to open RDO files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the RDO file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select Xerox Document Scan and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with RDO extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the RDO is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the RDO file is valid. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

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

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If you obtained the problematic RDO file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. 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. If the RDO 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.

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Xerox Document Scan

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

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

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

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