BAR File: What is it?

Author:   |   Updated: December 03, 2018

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BAR File Summary

Ten known software programs (notably, Blackberry 10 developed by BlackBerry) are related to the BAR file extension. In addition, they are categorized under six distinct file types, but mainly identified as the BlackBerry OS 10 Application Installation Package format. Although BAR files are traditionally categorized as Compressed Files, they can also be Data Files or 3D Image Files.

The BAR File Extension can be viewed on the Blackberry, Linux, and Unix operating systems. They are supported on both desktop and mobile devices. BAR files have a "Low" Popularity Rating; this means that they are not present on most devices.

To learn more about BAR files and their associated software applications, please see the information below. Plus, we provide a basic troubleshooting guide to solve problems with opening BAR files.

Low
Popularity
3921
File Rank

/ 11690

Active

State

3

December

2018

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BAR Types

  6 known file types use this extension

Dominant BAR File Type

.BAR
File Ext:.bar
Group:BlackBerry OS 10 Application Installation Package

The BAR file extension is associated with the BlackBerry OS 10 a QNX Unix-based operating system for smartphones and tablets developed by BlackBerry (formerly Research In Motion). It is linked with BlackBerry OS 10 a QNX Unix-based operating system for Blackberry created smartphones and tablets.

Programmer: BlackBerry
Division:Compressed Files
Subkey: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.bar

Software Programs That Open The BlackBerry OS 10 Application Installation Package:


Blackberry 10 by BlackBerry

Blackberry

More BAR Files

.BAR
File Ext:.bar
Group:Unix BAR Compressed File Archive

The BAR file extension is used by Unix operation systems in file archiving.

Programmer: The Open Group
Division:Data Files

Software Programs That Open Unix BAR Compressed File Archive Files:


Unix by AT&T Labs

Compatible with:

Linux
Unix
.BAR
File Ext:.bar
Group:Brew MP Binary Application Resource File

The BAR file extension is closely related to the Brew MP (Binary Runtime Environment for Wireless) operating system and runtime environment created by Qualcomm for CDMA mobile phones. A BAR file contains binary application resource.

Programmer: Qualcomm
Division:Data Files

Software Programs That Open Brew MP Binary Application Resource File Files:


Brew MP by Qualcomm

Compatible with:

Windows
.BAR
File Ext:.bar
Group:Total Commander Button Bar Settings

A BAR file is a settings file used in the file management system Total Commander. It stores button bar settings related to the program.

Programmer: Interscape
Division:3D Image Files

Software Programs That Open Total Commander Button Bar Settings Files:


Total Commander by Ghisler Software GmbH

Compatible with:

Windows
.BAR
File Ext:.bar
Group:dBASE Application Generator Horizontal Bar Menu Object File

A BAR file is an object file related to the dBASE database management system. It stores Application Generator horizontal bar menu.

Programmer: dBase, LLC
Division:Data Files

Software Programs That Open dBASE Application Generator Horizontal Bar Menu Object File Files:


dBase by dBase, LLC

Compatible with:

Windows
.BAR
File Ext:.bar
Group:Age Of Empires/Age Of Mythology Game File

Programmer: Microsoft Corporation
Division:Game Files

Software Programs That Open Age Of Empires/Age Of Mythology Game File Files:


Dragon UnPACKer by Open Source

Compatible with:

Windows

Microsoft Age of Empires by Ensemble Studios

Compatible with:

Windows
Windows Phone
Mac
iOS
Android
PlayStation 2
Nintendo DS
N-Gage
OS X El Capitan

Microsoft Age of Mythology by Ensemble Studios

Compatible with:

Windows
Mac

Microsoft Studios by Microsoft Corporation

Compatible with:

Windows

AOM Edit by Ykkrosh

Compatible with:

Windows
Mac

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BAR Popularity


Top Mobile Device Brands

Samsung (28.86%)
Apple (21.83%)
Huawei (9.25%)
Xiaomi (6.74%)
LG (3.11%)

Browser Rankings

Chrome (58.80%)
Firefox (11.05%)
Internet Explorer (9.04%)
Edge (8.46%)
Safari (3.87%)


Understanding BAR Issues


Common BAR Opening Problems

Blackberry 10 is Not Installed

You encounter an error message such as "%%os%% Can't Open BAR Files" when trying to open your BAR. Generally, this is experienced in %%os%% because Blackberry 10 isn't installed on your PC. The typical path of opening your BAR with a double-click won't work because %%os%% cannot make the program connection.


Tip: If you know of another program that can open your BAR file, you can try opening it by selecting the application from the programs listed.


Blackberry 10 is Out-of-Date

Occasionally, you might have an outdated version of Blackberry 10 installed that's incompatible with your BlackBerry OS 10 Application Installation Package type. Installing the latest version of Blackberry 10 from BlackBerry is recommended. The primary cause of this problem is that your BlackBerry OS 10 Application Installation Package file was created by a different (newer) version of Blackberry 10 than what's installed.


Tip: Find clues on the correct software version by right-clicking your BAR file and clicking "Properties".


Summary: Not having the right Blackberry 10 version on your computer can cause problems opening BAR files.


Associated Difficulties Loading BAR Files

You can still experience errors opening BAR files even with the latest version of Blackberry 10 installed on your PC. There can be other issues - unrelated to software - preventing you from opening BAR files. Issues that aren't software-related:

  • Corrupt Windows Registry file path references for BAR
  • Unintentional removal of the description of the BAR file inside the Windows Registry
  • Partial installation of Blackberry 10 that did not fully complete
  • File corruption affecting your BAR file
  • Malware-tainted BAR file can't be opened
  • Device drivers for BAR-related hardware are out-of-date
  • Insufficient system resources to successfully open BlackBerry OS 10 Application Installation Package files

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