RAD files: what are they and how do I open them?
Are you facing difficulties opening unknown files on your computer, or wondering exactly what this file is?
We've got the information and best software solutions for opening these files effortlessly.
.rad file type #1: Reality AdLib Tracker 2 audio data
Files with rad file extension might also be found as old audio files in AdLib Tracker 2-op FM music format.
Further details:
The rad file extension was used in the past for AdLib Tracker 2-op FM music format.
The rad file stores audio data.
Seems to be obsolete audio format without support from developer.
Open file with:
Winamp
One of the first Windows media players used by masses
.rad file type #2: Radar ViewPoint radar data
A rad file extension is related to the Radar ViewPoint program. A rad file stores radar data.
Further details:
The rad file extension is associated with the Radar ViewPoint, a radar data analysis application.
The rad file contains data, that is used to locate an aircraft and monitor an airspace.
We are sorry, there is currently no specific software link to open this kind of file.
.rad file type #3: Radiance image
A rad file extension is used for Radiance image file. This is the main input file type, describing materials and geometry for the rendering programs, and must be compiled into an octree by oconv prior to ray-tracing.
Further details:
The rad file extension is used for Radiance image file. This is the main input file type, describing materials and geometry for the rendering programs, and must be compiled into an octree by oconv prior to ray-tracing.
It is an ASCII text format, and is often translated from a CAD description, but may be created or edited by a text editor as well.
Open file with:
XnView MP
A popular utility for viewing and converting graphic files
RADIANCE
A ray-tracking program for UNIX
.rad file type #4: Real Rhapsody cache
A rad file extension is related to the Rhapsody from RealNetworks. A rad file contains cache.
Further details:
The rad file extension is associated with the Rhapsody, a music streaming service, developed by RealNetworks, now renamed to Napster (a one of the first peer-to-peer music sharing service).
The rad file stores cache for Real Rhapsody.
Open file with:
Napster (formerly Rhapsody)
A music management and download platfrom from RealNetworks