What's the REC File?

Reporter:   |   Amended: November 26, 2018

Microsoft Silver

REC File Summary

Ten known software programs (notably, Squared 5 MPEG Streamclip developed by Open Source) are related to the REC file extension. In addition, they are categorized under six distinct file types, but mainly identified as the Topfield PVR Recording format. Although REC files are traditionally categorized as Video Files, they can also be Data Files or Game Files.

File Extension REC files have been identified on both desktop and mobile devices. With a Popularity Rating of "Low", these files are not very common to your average computer user.

Although there is a lot more to know about REC files, those are the most important details of these types of files. If you are having trouble opening these files, or would like more detailed information, please see our comprehensive information below.

Low
Demand
110
Rank

/ 11690

Active

State

26

November

2018

Updated

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Varieties of REC Files

  6 known file types use this extension

Dominant REC File Type

.REC
File Name:.rec
Type:Topfield PVR Recording

Topfield PVR Recording files, also known as Toppy files, are saved in a proprietary compressed format. They are viewed on a Topfield PVR or through a supporting third-party video player.

Programmer: TOPFIELD Co., Ltd.
File Category:Video Files
Entry: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.rec

Software Programs That Open The Topfield PVR Recording:


Squared 5 MPEG Streamclip by Open Source

Windows
Mac

Eltima Elmedia Player by Open Source

Mac

Elecard MPEG Player by Elecard

Windows

VideoReDo by VideoReDo

Windows

Secondary REC Associations

.REC
File Name:.rec
Type:eJuice Me Up Recipe File

eJuice Me Up Recipe File is a program used to mix juices for use in e-cigarettes, which has recipe ingredients. Recipe ingredients include Propylene Glycol, Nicotine, Vegetable Glycerine, water, and their calculated amounts.

Programmer: Breaktru Software
File Category:Data Files

Software Programs That Open eJuice Me Up Recipe File Files:


eJuice Me Up by Breaktru Software

Compatible with:

Windows

Juice Grinder by Open Source

Compatible with:

Windows
.REC
File Name:.rec
Type:EpiData Data File

REC file is a saved data file created by EpiData, a data documentation application.

Programmer: Open Source
File Category:Data Files

Software Programs That Open EpiData Data File Files:


EpiData by Open Source

Compatible with:

Windows
.REC
File Name:.rec
Type:Deluxe Ski Jump 3 Hill Record Data

REC file is a record file used by Deluxe Ski Jump 3 hill, an addictive ski jumping computer game.

Programmer: Mediamond
File Category:Game Files

Software Programs That Open Deluxe Ski Jump 3 Hill Record Data Files:


Deluxe Ski Jump 3 by Mediamond

Compatible with:

Windows
.REC
File Name:.rec
Type:Easy CD Creator Recovery File

REC file was a recovery file created by Easy CD Creator, a software for authoring and burning CD and DVD media. This format is no longer supported.

Programmer: Roxio
File Category:Backup Files

Software Programs That Open Easy CD Creator Recovery File Files:


Easy CD and DVD Creator 6 by Roxio

Compatible with:

Windows
.REC
File Name:.rec
Type:Bank Reconciliation Data File

REC file is created by Payroll Software, an accounting & finance software. It contains a reconciliation data file.

Programmer: Bank of America
File Category:Data Files

Software Programs That Open Bank Reconciliation Data File Files:


Payroll Software by Medlin Accounting

Compatible with:

Windows

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REC Requests


Most Popular Operating Systems

Windows 7 (48%)
Windows 10 (42%)
Windows 8.1 (5%)
Windows XP (2%)

Top Browsers

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


REC Troubleshooting


Typical REC Opening Challenges

Squared 5 MPEG Streamclip Disappeared

You attempt to load your REC file and get an error such as "%%os%% Can't Open The REC File Extension". If so, it typically means that you don't have Squared 5 MPEG Streamclip installed for %%os%%. The OS won't know what to do with your REC file, so double-clicking to load the file doesn't work.


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


Wrong Version of Squared 5 MPEG Streamclip is Installed

In other instances, your Topfield PVR Recording file version may not be supported by your version of Squared 5 MPEG Streamclip. If you do not have the proper version Squared 5 MPEG Streamclip (or any of the other programs listed above), you may need to try downloading a different version of it, or one of the other software applications listed above. This problem is predominately due to having a Topfield PVR Recording file version that was created by a newer version of Squared 5 MPEG Streamclip than what you have installed on your PC.


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


Summary: In either case, the majority of problems opening REC files are related to not having the correct software application installed on your computer.


Associated Difficulties Loading REC Files

Assuming you have the right Squared 5 MPEG Streamclip version installed, other problems can prevent you from opening REC files. Other REC opening errors can be created by other system problems inside of %%os%%. Other contributing causes:

  • REC file references in the Windows Registry are broken
  • Mistaken removal of the Windows registry REC description
  • Partial installation of Squared 5 MPEG Streamclip that did not fully complete
  • Your REC file is corrupted (issues with your Topfield PVR Recording file itself)
  • Your REC has adversely impacted by malware
  • Device drivers of the hardware associated with your REC file are corrupt or out-of-date
  • Windows cannot load your Topfield PVR Recording file due to insufficient resources (eg. RAM)

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