RAW File Issues: Why Your PC Won't Open RAW Files

Few things are as frustrating as receiving a file that your computer refuses to open up. Understanding the reason why it won't work is the first step to finding a solution. Here are some of the most common error messages and issues when opening RAW files.

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Common Error Messages

Error Message: The RAW File is Corrupt

The only solution to a corrupt file, is to download a new copy, or to ask the sender to resend the file.

Error Message: Can't Find Software to Open the RAW File

This error is quite easy to solve. Simply right-click on the RAW file and select Unknown Apple II File, VitaGraph File, or Nimbus 7 SAMS Data File from the dropdown list to create a default file type association. In future, it should automatically open in the software you selected.

Common RAW-Related Issues

Issue: You Don't Have Unknown Apple II File, VitaGraph File, or Nimbus 7 SAMS Data File Installed

You can simply download Unknown Apple II File, VitaGraph File, or Nimbus 7 SAMS Data File software. RAW uses Unknown Apple II File by default, but it is also compatible with VitaGraph File, and Nimbus 7 SAMS Data File. If you have Unknown Apple II File, VitaGraph File, or Nimbus 7 SAMS Data File installed, try make make one of these software packages your default file association for the RAW file type extension.

Issue: You Have Unknown Apple II File, VitaGraph File, or Nimbus 7 SAMS Data File Installed, But It's Still Not Working

If you have Unknown Apple II File, VitaGraph File, or Nimbus 7 SAMS Data File installed and you still can't open the file, you should get in touch with the software developers for further assistance. See our chart below for who to contact:

Software Developer
Unknown Apple II File found on Golden Orchard Apple II CD Rom
VitaGraph File Windows Software
Nimbus 7 SAMS Data File Unknown
Sentry 2020 Encryption File Windows Programmer
RAW RGB 24-bit Graphic Microsoft Developer
Nicolet Summit/DaStar Data File Nicolet Instrument Technologies Inc.
Raw Signed PCM Data PC Software Company
RDosPlay RAW Audio Format Microsoft Developer
RealAudio Sound Microsoft Developer
Spectrum Raw Memory Dump Unknown
V41/eV41 Program Files PC Software Company
Raw Data for CD-ROM Writing Nero AG
Image Alchemy HSI Temporary Raw Bitmap Microsoft Developer

Issue: You Can't Install Unknown Apple II File, VitaGraph File, or Nimbus 7 SAMS Data File

If for some reason you can't or don't want to install Unknown Apple II File, VitaGraph File, or Nimbus 7 SAMS Data File, you could also search online for free software that uses RAW files. But, as a word of caution, please be careful as many free software downloads are infected with malware or bundled with unwanted software.


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