How to open RPM files on your device
If an error occurs when you try to open RPM file on your device, you should do two things – install appropriate software and associate RPM files with this software. If this does not solve the problem, then the cause may be different – you will find more details in this article.
RPM File Extension
- File type Red Hat Package Manager Format
- File developer Red Hat
- File category Compressed Files
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What is a(n) RPM file?
The RPM (Red Hat Package Manager Format) file is a type of software package used for Linux operating systems managed by the Red Hat Linux system. It is mainly used to provide a consistent way for installing, removing, and verifying software packages for a Linux system.
The file stores installation information such as software components, pre and post-installation scripts, installation tools and instructions, and other information needed to install the software. It can also be used to keep track of any updates to the software packages. RPM files are associated with .rpm file extensions and are platform independent.
How to open RPM file?
There can be various causes of problems that can arise when opening opening .RPM files. Each problem requires a different approach, but most can be solved by following he instructions below.
Step 1. Install a program that supports RPM files
In order to open RPM file an appropriate program that supports this file format must be installed on the system. Below is the list of programs that support files with RPM extension.
Programs that can open RPM files
Download installer for given application and launch it. After the installation has been completed, RPM files should be opened with installed application by default next time you try to open this type of file.
Remember!
Not all listed applications will be capable of performing all operations on RPM files. Some applications may only be capable of opening such file and viewing its contents while the purpose of others may be converting files to other file formats. Therefore you should check beforehand the capabilities of applications in relation to RPM files.
Step 2. Associate given software with RPM files
A situation can arise where user has an appropriate application supporting RPM files installed on their system, but such application is not associated with this type of files. In order to associate given application with RPM files user should open a file submenu by right-clicking the file icon and selecting "Open with" option. System will display a list of suggested programs that can be used to open RPM files. Select appropriate option and check "Always use selected application to open this kind of files". System will save this information from now on use selected program to open RPM files.
Step 3. Check whether no other errors related to RPM files occur
When the above-mentioned solutions fail, other options must be pursued. It is possible that the RPM file in question is corrupted or damage. The most common causes of file damage are:
- File with RPM extension is incomplete (for example, file has not been downloaded completely from the internet or not copied properly from source)
- File data is corrupted
- Damaged or corrupted storage medium on which the RPM file is stored
- File icon does not represent the original file but is only a shortcut to the location where the RPM file was saved and then deleted
- User account is not privileged to perform operations on RPM files. In that case it is advised to contact the system administrator or an IT expert
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