RHISTORY File Extension

What is RHISTORY file?

RHISTORY is a file extension commonly associated with R History Format files. R History Format specification was created by The R Project for Statistical Computing. RHISTORY files are supported by software applications available for devices running Linux, Mac OS, Windows. RHISTORY file belongs to the Data Files category just like 1326 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular program for handling RHISTORY files is RStudio, but users can choose among 2 different programs that support this file format.

Programs which support RHISTORY file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open RHISTORY files divided into 3 categories according to system platform supported. RHISTORY 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 RHISTORY extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening RHISTORY files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with RHISTORY 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. Download and install RStudio

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports RHISTORY files installed on the system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download RStudio and install it on your device. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading RStudio installed is by going to developer’s website () and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of RStudio and update if needed

You still cannot access RHISTORY files although RStudio 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. If you have an older version of RStudio installed, it may not support RHISTORY format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using RStudio.

Step 3. Associate R History Format files with RStudio

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate RHISTORY files with latest version of RStudio 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.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Right-click the RHISTORY file and choose Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where RStudio is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open RHISTORY files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with RHISTORY 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....
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with RHISTORY extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the RHISTORY is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the RHISTORY file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the RHISTORY file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the RHISTORY is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the RHISTORY file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Ensure the file with RHISTORY extension is complete and error-free

If you obtained the problematic RHISTORY 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. When downloading the file with RHISTORY extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

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

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

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support RHISTORY files. Close all running programs and try opening the RHISTORY file.

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with R History Format files. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle RHISTORY files.

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