RELOC File Extension

What is RELOC file?

RELOC filename suffix is mostly used for Windows EXE Relocation Section Format files. Windows EXE Relocation Section Format format was developed by Microsoft. RELOC file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. RELOC file belongs to the Misc Files category just like 6033 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular program for handling RELOC files is StripReloc, but users can choose among 2 different programs that support this file format.

Programs which support RELOC file extension

The following listing features RELOC-compatible programs. RELOC files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with RELOC extension?

Being unable to open files with RELOC extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Windows EXE Relocation Section 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 RELOC files.

Step 1. Install StripReloc software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening RELOC files is that no program that can handle RELOC files is installed on user’s system. This one is an easy one. Select StripReloc or one of the recommended programs (for example, Microsoft Windows, 7-Zip) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. 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 StripReloc website and download the installer.

Step 2. Update StripReloc to the latest version

You still cannot access RELOC files although StripReloc is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. This can be one of the causes why RELOC files are not compatible with StripReloc. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using StripReloc.

Step 3. Set the default application to open RELOC files to StripReloc

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

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the RELOC 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 StripReloc installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open RELOC files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected RELOC file open the file menu and choose Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• 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 RELOC extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the RELOC for 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 RELOC file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

If the RELOC 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 RELOC 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 RELOC 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. If the RELOC file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

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 Windows EXE Relocation Section Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle StripReloc

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Windows EXE Relocation Section Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle RELOC files.

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