The Four Best Ways to Open RPT Files

The first way you should always try to open file extension RPT is to double-click it, but when that doesn’t work, there are a few other things you can try. There are lots of programs that can open different file extensions, and there are some simple ways you can tell which one to use.

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Pick the Right Program

Start by choosing the right program to open your RPT file. A few of the most common programs used to open RPT files are listed below. One of them should be able to open your RPT file.

  • Sierra Mastercook Cookbook File
  • TrueNet Print Template File
  • TeamQuest View Report Syntax
  • Crystal Reports Output File (Crystal Decisions)
  • MicroSim PCBoard Reports Reflecting Autorouting Progress and Statistics
  • Report
  • Systems Management Server Replication File With Transaction Processing (Microsoft Corporation)
  • Visual Basic Crystal Reports File

Note the File Type

Other programs may be able to open your RPT file, depending on the type of file it is. You can find the file type listed in the file’s properties. On a Windows PC, right-click the file, click "Properties", then look under “Type of File.” On a Mac computer, right-click the file, click “More Info,” then look under “Kind”.

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Tip: If it’s the RPT file extension, it probably falls under the Text Files type, so any program used for Text Files should open your RPT file.

Ask the Developer

Contacting the software developer is another easy way to get help opening a RPT file. You can find the developers for the most common programs used to open RPT files in the list below.

Software Developer
Sierra Mastercook Cookbook File Unknown
TrueNet Print Template File R-Quest Technologies LLC
TeamQuest View Report Syntax TeamQuest Corporation
Crystal Reports Output File (Crystal Decisions) Report
MicroSim PCBoard Reports Reflecting Autorouting Progress and Statistics Unknown
Report Windows Software
Systems Management Server Replication File With Transaction Processing (Microsoft Corporation) SMS
Visual Basic Crystal Reports File Microsoft Corporation

Use a Universal File Viewer

When all else fails, a universal file viewer is the best way to open a RPT file. Programs like File Magic (Download) can open many different types of files, depending on the format. Although, some files may not be compatible with these programs. If your RPT file isn’t compatible, it will only open in binary format.


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