File Extension Database

Open REDIR File

REDIR files are primarily associated with the GrabIt Usenet client. GrabIt is a freeware, streamlined newsreader used primarily for downloading binary content from Usenet posts. The REDIR file, or GrabIt Batch file, aids in tracking and managing these downloads. Other formats utilizing the extension .REDIR include those involved in webpage redirection.

GrabIt Usage (Usenet)

Associated with GrabIt, a Usenet client, .REDIR file extensions are pieces of batch download information. These files allow the client to download multiple binaries across multiple posts, coordinating and tracking these downloads. The REDIR files aren't designed to be opened manually - GrabIt automatically generates and uses them.

Website Redirection

On occasion, .REDIR file extensions may also be used in situations where one webpage is redirected to another page. In such situations, the .REDIR file may contain the URL of the destination webpage. The user doesn't need to directly open these files; instead, the server and client's web browser handle this automatically. Find more about website redirection on the Mozilla Developer Network's guide to HTTP Redirections.

REDIR File Important Information

Regardless of their use, it's important to remember that REDIR files are not manually accessible, as their content is typically managed by the associated software or browser. Instead, the tools and services that use .REDIR files manage their content. In most cases, there is no need to open or manipulate these files manually, and doing so may cause issues or errors.

How Can I Open REDIR File on Windows

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

How Can I Open REDIR File on Mac OS

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

How Can I Open REDIR File on Android

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

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

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