HR File Extension

HR file icon

TRS-80 Image

What is a HR file?

The HR file extension is linked to TRS-80 Image and belongs to the Raster Image Files category, which includes 575 files.

HR files are supported by Windows, Linux and Mac OS. When working with HR files, you can rely on 2 programs, including XnView and Recoil.

Programs that support HR files

How to open a HR file?

If you can’t open a HR file, it is usually because the necessary software is missing. To resolve the issue, select the right program from the list for your operating system. Then go to the official website of the developer, download the software, and install it.

The most popular programs for working with HR files are XnView and Recoil. To install the latest version of XnView on your computer, visit the Gougelet website where you can download the version available for all operating systems.

Following installation, HR files should be automatically opened with XnView.

Set XnView as your default HR viewer

Changing the default program in Windows

  1. Right-click on your HR file, then choose the "Open with" option and select "Choose another application" from the available options;
  2. From the list of applications in the pop-up window, find and select XnView as your desired application;
  3. Check the "Always use this app" checkbox, and then click "OK" to set your chosen app as the default for opening HR files.

Set default app to open files on Mac

  1. Right-click or Control + left-click on the desired HR file to open a menu of available actions;
  2. Select "Open in application" and click "Other";
  3. Look at the bottom of the window, where you will see the "Enable" menu. "Recommended Programs" will be selected as the default option;
  4. Within this menu select "All Programs" and navigate to XnView. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to make sure it’s the default option.

Solving Common HR File Challenges

When issues arise with HR files, they can generally be fixed with small software tweaks. Use the troubleshooting tips below to help resolve them.

What are the warning signs that my HR file may be corrupted?

Corrupted HR raster image files may have one or more of the following symptoms:

  • Error messages appear during the course of working with the file;
  • Attempts to open the file result in errors or failed results;
  • Unexplained increase in HR file size;
  • The file causes XnView or other programs to hang or crash during operation;

Why does XnView crash?

XnView crashes can be caused by outdated software. Keep your Gougelet products up to date by installing the latest updates.

A simple restart of your computer can often fix many common problems, which is why it is the recommended first step before making any adjustments to your software settings.

How to repair a corrupted HR file?

Use a data recovery program to open the damaged HR file and from the menu choose "Repair" function to start the repair process. Please be patient while the recovery process completes, which will automatically restore the damaged raster image files.