File Extension Library


.DAR File Extension

  • Category: Compressed Files

What are .DAR files and how to open them?

Can't open .DAR 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 .DAR file.

What is a .DAR file extension?

.DAR file extension has been classified as Compressed Files.

.DAR is DAR Disk Archive

A DAR file is an archive of a disk or group of files compressed with DAR (Disk ARchive) compression. It is used for creating split-archives and incremental backups. DAR files are designed as a replacement for the .TAR archive format.

File Type 2 DVD Architect Project
Developer by: Sony Category: Settings Files

A DAR file is a project used by DVD Architect, a program for authoring DVDs. It contains various components of a DVD project including source file locations, insertion points, text, and chapters. DAR files do not contain the actual images, video, and audio displayed in the project but are used to create the final product when the user is done editing.

You can create a DAR project file by selecting File → New then choose the type of project you want to make. The different types include:

  • Menu Based - Produces a DVD that displays a menu when played
  • Music/Video Compilation - Produces a DVD that contains a compilation of video and audio files
  • Picture Compilation - Produces a DVD that displays a slideshow of images
  • Single Movie - Produces a DVD that contains a single movie with no menus

When choosing the project you can also pick the settings for the disc format, video format, and audio format.

List of all softwares that can open the DVD Architect Project
Windows
Sony DVD Architect

How to fix problems with .DAR files

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