What is the ARA File Extension?

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ARA File Summary

Our most recent information indicates that ARA files are associated with only a single known file type, the Archivaldo Resource Archive format, and can be viewed with the Archivaldo software package (developed by Open Source). The majority of ARA files are considered Compressed Files.

ARA files are found on both mobile and desktop platforms and can be opened using Mac operating system. The main ARA file type has a Popularity Rating of "Low", meaning these files are not frequently present on your typical desktop or mobile device.

If you would like to learn more about ARA files and the software that opens them, please see the additional detailed information below. Also, you can learn how to do some basic ARA file troubleshooting if you are having trouble opening these files.

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Known ARA Files


Main ARA Affiliation

.ARA
File ID:.ara
Type:Archivaldo Resource Archive

Compressed archive format used by Archivaldo a tool for Apple Mac OS X operating system that allows users to compress data. This format seems to be obsolete.

Organization: Open Source
Group:Compressed Files
Entry: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.ara

Software Programs That Open The Archivaldo Resource Archive:


Archivaldo by Open Source

Mac

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ARA Popularity


Top Web Browsers

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


ARA File Complications


Troubles Opening ARA Files

Archivaldo Not Present

When trying to open your ARA file, you get the error "Can't Open ARA File Type". Usually, this is because you do not have Archivaldo for %%os%% installed. The typical path of opening your ARA with a double-click won't work because %%os%% cannot make the program connection.


Tip: Another ARA-related program can be selected to open the file by clicking "Show Apps" and finding the application.


Incorrect Archivaldo Version

In some cases, you might have a newer (or older) version of a Archivaldo Resource Archive file that is unsupported by your installed application version. Installing the latest version of Archivaldo from Open Source is recommended. This issue mainly occurs when your Archivaldo Resource Archive file was created by a newer version of Archivaldo than you have on your PC.


Tip: Sometimes you can get a clue about the version of ARA file you have by right clicking on the file, then clicking on "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac OSX).


Primarily, problems experienced when opening ARA files are due to having the incorrect version of Archivaldo installed on your computer.


Other Causes of ARA File Opening Problems

Errors opening Archivaldo Resource Archive files can still occur even with the latest Archivaldo software installed on your computer. If you are continuing to have errors with loading ARA files, other external issues might be to blame. Other contributing causes:

  • Corrupt Windows Registry file path references for ARA
  • The ARA file description within the Windows Registry was removed
  • Archivaldo or another ARA application experienced a flawed installation
  • Something has caused file corruption of your ARA
  • Past or present virus infection has affected your ARA
  • Device drivers of the hardware associated with your ARA file are corrupt or out-of-date
  • Windows cannot load your Archivaldo Resource Archive file due to insufficient resources (eg. RAM)

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