Why rar file is not opening in android?

A RAR file contains one or more files that have been compressed into a smaller file using WinRAR software. The .rar file extension name stands for Roshal Archive, meaning a high quality compressed file (also known as an archive) that can be encrypted with a password.

RAR files are used to transfer or store huge files, like when you download your data from Google or Facebook, or send gigabytes of data as image, audio, or video files. Compressing the files into a single RAR file lets you speed up transfer and download times.

Sometimes, file size limitations make a single file inconvenient for storing on a drive or sending in an email. In this situation, you can create a multi-volume archive by splitting your compressed data into multiple RAR files, known as “volumes.”

Each volume is numbered in the file name (volname.part001.rar, volname.part002.rar). Then, when you uncompress your files, you need to have all volumes in the same location and extract them in chronological order.

The biggest difference between RAR and ZIP is that .zip formatted files are more widely used because the file format is flexible and can work with any operating system. Although both file types allow you to compress large amounts of data, here are some of the other differences between how the RAR and ZIP formats compress files:

To open files ending in .rar you need a special RAR file opener for extracting the data. If you’ve ever downloaded an app to unpack a ZIP file, the same software can usually unzip RAR files too.

Here’s an overview of the most commonly used applications for opening RAR files:

WinRAR is an app for Windows 11, 10, 8, and 7 that you can download and use for free during the trial period to open RAR files. It was created by the same developers who came up with the .rar file format, and you can also use it to create RAR files.

Here’s how to unpack a RAR file using WinRAR:

Your RAR file is now open, and all the files are available in the destination folder you selected. Or, you can open the files directly from the WinRAR window.

The Unarchiver is a free app you can download from the App Store to open .rar formatted files on Mac. Here’s how to unpack a RAR file using The Unarchiver:

Your RAR file is now open. The files it contained are available in the destination folder you selected.

iZip is a free app you can download from the App Store to open .rar formatted files on iPhone.

Here’s how to unpack a RAR file using iZip:

Your RAR file is now open. The files it contained are available in a new folder that has the same name as the original RAR file.

WinZip is a free app you can download from Google Play to open .rar formatted files on Android. Here’s how to unpack a RAR file using WinZip:

Your RAR file is now open. The files it contained are available in a new folder that has the same name as the original RAR file.

The easiest way to create a RAR file on Windows is with the WinRAR application. Here’s how to do it:

That’s how you make a RAR file. If file compression is your main goal, you can also create a ZIP file, which gives you similar benefits.

Sometimes the simplest compression option is to convert your RAR file into a ZIP. This makes it more accessible for people you need to share it with. Here’s how to convert a RAR file using WinZip:

Your RAR file has now been converted to a ZIP file.

RAR files are usually safe to use. But just like regular files, compressed files (RAR or ZIP) can also contain viruses or malware. Note that any virus compressed in a RAR file can’t harm your device until you extract it. The best way to keep your device safe is to use the best antivirus software to make sure your computer scans files to identify threats before you extract them. Free antivirus for Windows 10 or Windows 11 will help you get real-time protection against malware.

If you want to protect your files from falling into the wrong hands, then encrypting your RAR file with a password can help. If you create a strong password, prying eyes won’t even be able to see the names of the files within your RAR archive.

Here’s how to password protect a RAR file using WinRAR on Windows:

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• Download WinZip directly or get it at the Google Play store.
• Tap the WinZip icon on your home screen to open the app.
• Find the RAR file where you saved it (internal storage, downloads folder, Google Drive).
• Tap the three dots icon next to the RAR file and select Unzip to.

Most computers come preloaded with a RAR file extractor, but Android devices typically don't have one by default. Therefore, you must download a RAR file extractor app before you can open those files on your Android device.