File Extension Database

Open RAM File

RAM file extension stands for RealMediA Metafile. These files are used by RealMedia player as shortcuts to other RealMedia files that actually contain compressed audio and video data. Real Media Player used to be very popular in the early days of the Internet for streaming video and audio over modem connections because it provided superior compression. However this was at a cost of much lower media quality.

File extension RAM is used by RealPlayer to play offline or online audio files. You can open RAM files on various platforms including PC, Mac, and Linux. Most files can be seen with .ra extension which is associated with it.

Some websites require the installation of RealPlayer Plug-in before it can properly open some contents of the pages. Most of these websites are internet radios that transmit real time broadcast using RealPlayer. These contents are links with RAM file extensions that streams audio files allowing a user to play the file while it is downloading.

Real Audio (RA) developed by Real Networks, Inc. was the original file extension for audio files processed with Real compression algorithm. As the introduction of new file formats, the company resorted to Real Audio Media (RAM) that is commonly seen as links for web pages.

A streamed audio file cannot be saved through RealPlayer. However, with other unofficial players it is possible to save a file that can be converted to a different format posing copyright threats.

RealNetworks RealPlayer and web browser such as Safari, Internet Explorer, and Firefox with the RealPlayer Plug-in can play files of this extension. There are also several unofficial players that can play this extension too. These include Real Alternative, Jet Audio, and MPlayer.

How Can I Open RAM File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open RAM file is to find a RAM file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a RAM 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 RAM 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 RAM file opener then try to search online for "RAM viewer", "application to open RAM file" or "open RAM file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open RAM file

How Can I Open RAM File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a RAM file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a RAM 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 RAM file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as RAM file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open RAM file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open RAM file then try to search for "RAM viewer", "application to open RAM file" or "read RAM file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read RAM file

How Can I Open RAM File on Android

If you downloaded a RAM 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 RAM 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 "RAM".
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 "RAM viewer", "RAM 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 RAM File on iPhone or iPad

To open RAM 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 RAM 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 "RAM". This way you can find apps which can open RAM 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 "RAM viewer" or "RAM file" online in your favorite search engine.