File Extension Library


.ARN File Extension

  • Developer by: Microsoft
  • Category: Data Files
  • Format: Binary

What are .ARN files and how to open them?

Can't open .ARN file? Are you wondering what it contains? On our site we will explain to you what this file is, what it is used for and what software opens the .ARN file.

What is a .ARN file extension?

.ARN file extension is created by Microsoft. .ARN has been classified as Data Files. The format of .ARN file is Binary.

.ARN is Autoruns Data File

Native Autoruns binary file format used to display everything that runs automatically when Windows starts; contains all the captured data results; does not include omitted rows.

The ARN file format can be loaded in Autoruns for viewing and comparing with another set of Autoruns results. The ARN file stores data in a binary format whereas the .TXT file stores Autoruns data in text format.

Autoruns is a utility used to show you what programs are configured to run during a system boot up. Some of the programs include Run, RunOnce, and startup folder.

List of all softwares that can open the Autoruns Data File
Windows
Microsoft Autoruns

How to fix problems with .ARN files

  1. You need to update the application that you normally use to open .ARN files. Only the latest version of the software supports the current .ARN file format
  2. You need to check the .ARN file for viruses. To do this, you need to scan it with a popular antivirus (Norton, Nod32, Kaspersky, Dr.Web, etc.)