RH7 File Extension

What is RH7 file?

Full format name of files that use RH7 extension is PcAnywhere Remote History Log Format. RH7 file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with RH7 extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. The most popular software that supports RH7 files is pcAnywhere. pcAnywhere software was developed by Symantec Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about RH7 files or the pcAnywhere software program.

Programs which support RH7 file extension

The following listing features RH7-compatible programs. RH7 files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Updated: 06/19/2020

How to open file with RH7 extension?

Problems with accessing RH7 may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with RH7 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 pcAnywhere software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports RH7 files installed on the system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install pcAnywhere. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support RH7 files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading pcAnywhere installed is by going to developer’s website (Symantec Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update pcAnywhere to the latest version

You still cannot access RH7 files although pcAnywhere is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that pcAnywhere cannot handle files with RH7 may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using pcAnywhere.

Step 3. Associate PcAnywhere Remote History Log Format files with pcAnywhere

After installing pcAnywhere (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open RH7 files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

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 RH7 file
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where pcAnywhere is installed, check the Always use this app to open RH7 files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the RH7 file and select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with RH7 extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the RH7 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 RH7 file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Verify that the RH7 in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the RH7 file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the RH7 file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the RH7 file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Verify that the RH7 file’s structure is intact

If the RH7 file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. If the RH7 file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access 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 PcAnywhere Remote History Log Format file.

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

If the systems has insufficient resources to open RH7 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 PcAnywhere Remote History Log Format file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle RH7 files.

Do you want to help?

If you have additional information about the RH7 file, we will be grateful if you share it with our users. To do this, use the form here and send us your information on RH7 file.