File Extension Database

Open ORIG File

File extension ORIG is used to denote an original file, usually when a revised or updated copy is required but the original is kept as a backup. ORIG files are generic, and as such may contain data from any application, thus making it difficult to determine the type or contents without knowing the original extension or examining the file header.

Traditionally, ORIG files are used in software development environments where revised versions of a file are commonplace. Often, the original file extension is left intact and .ORIG is simply appended to the end to mark it as an original backup copy. The advantage to this is that the file can be returned to its original state by removing the extension rather than relying on the user knowing the original file extension. ORIG files are also used on Unix and Linux Operating Systems when patches or updated drivers are applied, allowing users to easily roll back to the previous version in the event that the machine becomes unstable or unusable.

ORIG files are created by renaming a file and either replacing its current extension, or appending ORIG to the end. In Windows, this can be done in Explorer, though "Hide file extensions for known file types" must be unchecked in Folder Options, otherwise ORIG will be placed between the file name and its current extension rather than at the end. Alternatively, files can be renamed using the command prompt in Windows, which can be accessed from the Start Menu.

There is no single application associated with the ORIG file extension, so to open the file the original file extension must be restored. Opening the ORIG file in a text editor and examining the file header may identify the application used to create it originally, though this is impractical, particularly for large files.

How Can I Open ORIG File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open ORIG file is to find a ORIG file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a ORIG file is not opened in an application and you instead get a "Windows can't open a file" error message you should try looking for an application which can open the file in question.
If you know the application which can open ORIG file then run it and see if there is a File->Open main menu option in the application.
If you don't know the application which function as ORIG file opener then try to search online for "ORIG viewer", "application to open ORIG file" or "open ORIG file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open ORIG file

How Can I Open ORIG File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a ORIG file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a ORIG file is not opened in a Mac OS application and you instead get a "There is no application set to open the file" error message you can click on "Search App Store" in the error dialog and Mac OS will show you applications compatible with ORIG file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as ORIG file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open ORIG file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open ORIG file then try to search for "ORIG viewer", "application to open ORIG file" or "read ORIG file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read ORIG file

How Can I Open ORIG File on Android

If you downloaded a ORIG file on Android device you can open it by following steps below:

In the Android apps list on your Android device find "My Files" or "File manager" app and tap to start it.
Tap on "Downloads" folder inside the app.
You should see your downloaded ORIG file in that folder.
Tap on the file. If Android device supports opening the file you downloaded it will open in the corresponding app.
If file does not open you can look for the corresponding app that can open the file by searching Android App Store for the "ORIG".
If you cannot open the file with the apps from Android App Store it is possible that the file could only be opened on desktop platforms such as Windows or Mac OS. Try searching for "ORIG viewer", "ORIG file reader" online and see if any desktop applications can open it.
It is also possible that the file you downloaded is outdated and is no longer supported.

How to Open ORIG File on iPhone or iPad

To open ORIG File on iOS device follow steps below:

We advies to open Files app on your iPhone or iPad device. You can find it by swiping down on the home screen and typing "Files" in the search bar.
Tap on the Downloads folder on the Files app home screen.
You will see all files that you recently downloaded. Tap on the ORIG file to view it.
If you have the right app that can open it it will automatically launch and open your file.
If you don't have the app which can open it you need to serch Apple app store for "ORIG". This way you can find apps which can open ORIG files.
If this doesn't help it is possible that your file could be opened only by the desktop application. To find an app which can open it on desktop look for "ORIG viewer" or "ORIG file" online in your favorite search engine.

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