Corrupted files are the computer files that become non-functional altogether. There are several reasons for the file getting corrupted. It can be a glitch in the operating system or in the program utilizing the file, improper file saving procedure, system crash or the file corruption may be a result of some dangerous computer virus. The damage could be on the hardware level, if the file system sector or the hard drive itself is damaged. Let's learn how to understand when a file gets corrupted and how to fix corrupted files.
When the file you are trying to access does not open and displays a message like 'Cannot open file' or 'File data inaccessible' then its a clear indication that the file is corrupted. In case, the file opens but the data within is unreadable i.e. showing signs and symbols other than normal alphabets and numbers, then the file is corrupted.
How to Fix Corrupted Avi Files
Avi (Audio Video Interleave) files are video files that run on a program application that is designed to play an .avi file. To fix an avi file, all you have to do is, download a software that renders an avi file correct. If the software is in zip form, unzip it using a unzipping software like winzip. After all the files are displayed, click on the setup file and follow the instructions to setup the software on your computer. Now, run the software, the interface window will display the functionalities that the software renders. Browse and add the corrupted avi files and click on the button for repair. The repaired avi files may be stored at the same location as the previous files or it may prompt you to select the location. Different softwares will provide different facilities so, select the one that suits your needs. This is a generalized procedure for any question regarding how to fix corrupted video files. Few examples of avi file repair softwares are DivXRepair 1.0.1, Avi Previewer 2.27, RegCure, ASF-AVI-RM-WMV Repair, etc.
How to Fix Corrupted Jpeg Files
Jpeg is the short form of Joint Photographic Experts Group. When a jpeg/jpg image does not open with any default application programs like paint, windows photo gallery, fax viewer, etc., it is corrupted. To retrieve the image, try renaming and saving the picture file with a .jpg extension. Other option is to use jpeg image recovery tools. Using these tools is a trial and error process as, it is difficult to figure out which one of the tools will recover the images successfully. The procedure for downloading and executing the tools is same as that mentioned for the avi files repair software. Examples of jpg recovery software tools are JPEG Recovery, Picture Doctor, etc., or try opening the pictures with ACDSee, Irfanview, etc.
How to Fix Corrupted Word Files
Word files are document files that contain text data. When a word file gets corrupted, download a word file repair software to resurrect the files. Click on the software's icon and follow the instructions. Some software may need installation while others may not. Examples of word document repair software are Repair MyWord, Nucleus Kernel Word Document Repair Software, etc. Repair MyWord can be downloaded free of cost and it provides an easy interface for the retrieval of files.
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