RLST File Extension

What is RLST file?

RLST filename suffix is mostly used for Sims 3 Data files. Electronic Arts, Inc. defined the Sims 3 Data format standard. RLST file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. RLST file belongs to the Game Files category just like 1509 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular software that supports RLST files is The Sims 3. On the official website of Electronic Arts, Inc. developer not only will you find detailed information about theThe Sims 3 software, but also about RLST and other supported file formats.

Programs which support RLST file extension

Programs that can handle RLST files are as follows. RLST 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 RLST extension?

Being unable to open files with RLST extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Sims 3 Data files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install The Sims 3 software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening RLST files is that no program that can handle RLST files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the The Sims 3 developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download The Sims 3 installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Electronic Arts, Inc. website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of The Sims 3 and update if needed

If the problems with opening RLST files still occur even after installing The Sims 3, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of The Sims 3 is available. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. If you have an older version of The Sims 3 installed, it may not support RLST format. The latest version of The Sims 3 should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign The Sims 3 to RLST files

If you have the latest version of The Sims 3 installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage RLST on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the RLST file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where The Sims 3 is installed, check the Always use this app to open RLST files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected RLST file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select The Sims 3 and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with RLST extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the RLST is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the RLST file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

Should it happed that the RLST 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 RLST file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

If the RLST 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. It could happen the the download process of file with RLST extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative 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 Sims 3 Data file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open The Sims 3

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Sims 3 Data files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the RLST files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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