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Calculated Shard: 92 (from laksa127)

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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa092.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Play-RAR-Files","crawl_time":1774906053,"first_indexed_time":1508568579,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,wikihow!www,\/Play-RAR-Files s443","src_root_hash":"12431216878206919092","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"The 2 Easiest Ways to Play RAR Files on Windows and Mac","meta_descriptions":["A quick guide for Windows and Mac users to open compressed RAR multimedia with ease RAR (Roshal Archive) is the native archive file format for the WinRAR software that has a \".rar\" extension."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"Download Article\nA quick guide for Windows and Mac users to open compressed RAR multimedia with ease\nDownload Article\nRAR (Roshal Archive) is the native archive file format for the WinRAR software that has a \".rar\" extension.\n[1]\nFiles in RAR format can contain other files within them (such as video files) but their data is compressed, which is why media players such as Windows Media Player are unable to play RAR files directly. In order to play any file that has been compressed using the RAR system, you must first either use WinRAR to decompress the file (a procedure known as extraction) or use Dziobas RAR Player, which is a media player that is designed to automatically decompress RAR files to play them.\nThings You Should Know\nInstall WinRAR or Dziobas RAR Player.\nWinRAR can open more RAR files than Dziobas.\nAfter you have WinRAR installed, you can double-click a RAR file to open it.\nThis will open the file in WinRAR.\n[2]\nAdvertisement\nThe destination path is the location of the folder where you want the extracted file to be saved.\nThe compressed files will be extracted to your designated folder.\nSince these files are no longer compressed, you should be able to play using your regular media player such as Windows Media Player.\nAdvertisement\nDziobas will temporarily decompress the file that is in RAR format and begin playing it.\nAdvertisement\nSearch\nAdd New Question\nQuestion\nHow do I play RAR videos on mobile?\nCommunity Answer\nInstall a RAR app or zip extractor app; you can find one easily on Play Store or Android Market.\nQuestion\nIs there a way to do this without downloading any programs?\nCommunity Answer\nNo, RAR files cannot be opened without a rar. file program. WinRAR is trusted, and even if it says 40 days trial, its unlimited.\nAsk a Question\n200 characters left\nInclude your email address to get a message when this question is answered.\nSubmit\nAdvertisement\nCreate a new folder for storing extracted files. This will make sure that you don't replace any files that already exist on your computer with the new files that are extracted.\nThanks\nIf you want to extract files in the same folder that contains the RAR file then just right-click on the RAR file and select \"Extract Here\" from the pop-up menu. You need the WinRAR software preinstalled for the \"Extract Here\" option to appear.\nThanks\nThanks for submitting a tip for review!\nAdvertisement\nDziobas cannot play all RAR files. 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Luigi Oppido is the Owner and Operator of Pleasure Point Computers in Santa Cruz, California. Luigi has over 25 years of experience in general computer repair, data recovery, virus removal, and upgrades. He is also the host of the Computer Man Show! broadcasted on KSQD covering central California for over 7 years.   \n  \n This article has been viewed 204,799 times.\n\nRAR (Roshal Archive) is the native archive file format for the WinRAR software that has a \".rar\" extension.[\\[1\\]](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Play-RAR-Files#_note-1)X [Expert Source](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/wikiHow:Delivering-a-Trustworthy-Experience) [![Luigi Oppido](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/c\/c0\/Luigi_oppido.png\/-crop-100-100-100px-Luigi_oppido.png)Luigi Oppido Computer & Tech Specialist](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Author\/Luigi-Oppido) Expert Interview  Files in RAR format can contain other files within them (such as video files) but their data is compressed, which is why media players such as Windows Media Player are unable to play RAR files directly. In order to play any file that has been compressed using the RAR system, you must first either use WinRAR to decompress the file (a procedure known as extraction) or use Dziobas RAR Player, which is a media player that is designed to automatically decompress RAR files to play them.\n\n## Things You Should Know\n- Install WinRAR or Dziobas RAR Player.\n- WinRAR can open more RAR files than Dziobas.\n- After you have WinRAR installed, you can double-click a RAR file to open it.\n## Steps\nMethod 1\n\nMethod 1 of 2:\n\n### WinRAR\n\n[![PDF download](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/extensions\/wikihow\/socialstamp\/images\/icon-pdf.svg) Download Article](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Play-RAR-Files)\n\n1. [![Step 1 Go to the AfterDawn website to download and install WinRAR on your computer.](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/4\/4e\/Play-RAR-Files-Step-1-Version-3.jpg\/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-1-Version-3.jpg)](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Play-RAR-Files#\/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-1-Version-3.jpg)\n   1\n   **Go to the AfterDawn website to download and install WinRAR on your computer.**\n2. [![Step 2 Double-click on the RAR file stored on your computer.](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/3\/3c\/Play-RAR-Files-Step-2-Version-3.jpg\/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-2-Version-3.jpg)](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Play-RAR-Files#\/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-2-Version-3.jpg)\n   2\n   **Double-click on the RAR file stored on your computer.** This will open the file in WinRAR.[\\[2\\]](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Play-RAR-Files#_note-2)X [Expert Source](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/wikiHow:Delivering-a-Trustworthy-Experience) [![Luigi Oppido](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/c\/c0\/Luigi_oppido.png\/-crop-100-100-100px-Luigi_oppido.png)Luigi Oppido Computer & Tech Specialist](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Author\/Luigi-Oppido) Expert Interview\n   Advertisement\n3. [![Step 3 Press the \"Extract To\" button in the taskbar at the top.](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/a\/a8\/Play-RAR-Files-Step-3-Version-3.jpg\/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-3-Version-3.jpg)](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Play-RAR-Files#\/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-3-Version-3.jpg)\n   3\n   **Press the \"Extract To\" button in the taskbar at the top.**\n4. [![Step 4 Choose the destination path using the file browser at the top of the General tab.](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/8\/81\/Play-RAR-Files-Step-4-Version-3.jpg\/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-4-Version-3.jpg)](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Play-RAR-Files#\/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-4-Version-3.jpg)\n   4\n   **Choose the destination path using the file browser at the top of the General tab.** The destination path is the location of the folder where you want the extracted file to be saved.\n5. [![Step 5 Hit the OK button at the bottom.](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/c\/c3\/Play-RAR-Files-Step-5-Version-3.jpg\/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-5-Version-3.jpg)](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Play-RAR-Files#\/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-5-Version-3.jpg)\n   5\n   **Hit the OK button at the bottom.** The compressed files will be extracted to your designated folder.\n6. [![Step 6 Browse to the folder where the extracted files are saved.](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/5\/5b\/Play-RAR-Files-Step-6-Version-3.jpg\/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-6-Version-3.jpg)](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Play-RAR-Files#\/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-6-Version-3.jpg)\n   6\n   **Browse to the folder where the extracted files are saved.** Since these files are no longer compressed, you should be able to play using your regular media player such as Windows Media Player.\n\nMethod 2\n\nMethod 2 of 2:\n\n### Dziobas RAR Player\n\n[![PDF download](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/extensions\/wikihow\/socialstamp\/images\/icon-pdf.svg) Download Article](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Play-RAR-Files)\n\n1. [![Step 1 Download the Dziobas player from the AfterDawn website.](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/2\/2c\/Play-RAR-Files-Step-7-Version-3.jpg\/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-7-Version-3.jpg)](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Play-RAR-Files#\/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-7-Version-3.jpg)\n   1\n   **Download the Dziobas player from the AfterDawn website.**\n2. [![Step 2 Run the downloaded installer to install the player on your computer.](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/8\/85\/Play-RAR-Files-Step-8-Version-3.jpg\/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-8-Version-3.jpg)](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Play-RAR-Files#\/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-8-Version-3.jpg)\n   2\n   **Run the downloaded installer to install the player on your computer.**\n3. [![Step 3 Open the Dziobas player by going to \"All Programs\" from your start menu and selecting the software from the list of programs.](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/0\/09\/Play-RAR-Files-Step-9-Version-3.jpg\/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-9-Version-3.jpg)](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Play-RAR-Files#\/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-9-Version-3.jpg)\n   3\n   **Open the Dziobas player by going to \"All Programs\" from your start menu and selecting the software from the list of programs.**\n4. [![Step 4 Click on \"File\" in the top-right corner and select \"Open RAR (rewind).\"](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/5\/56\/Play-RAR-Files-Step-10-Version-3.jpg\/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-10-Version-3.jpg)](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Play-RAR-Files#\/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-10-Version-3.jpg)\n   4\n   **Click on \"File\" in the top-right corner and select \"Open RAR (rewind).\"**\n5. [![Step 5 Use the \"Open\" window that pops up to browse to the RAR file.](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/e\/ed\/Play-RAR-Files-Step-11-Version-3.jpg\/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-11-Version-3.jpg)](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Play-RAR-Files#\/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-11-Version-3.jpg)\n   5\n   **Use the \"Open\" window that pops up to browse to the RAR file.**\n6. [![Step 6 Select the name of the RAR file and press the \"Open\" button.](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/0\/03\/Play-RAR-Files-Step-12-Version-3.jpg\/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-12-Version-3.jpg)](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Play-RAR-Files#\/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-12-Version-3.jpg)\n   6\n   **Select the name of the RAR file and press the \"Open\" button.** Dziobas will temporarily decompress the file that is in RAR format and begin playing it.\n\n## Community Q\\&A\nSearch\n\n[Add New Question]()\n\n- Question\n  \n  How do I play RAR videos on mobile?\n  \n  ![Community Answer](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/f\/f2\/CommunityAvatar3.png\/-crop-104-104-104px-CommunityAvatar3.png)\n  \n  Community Answer\n  \n  Install a RAR app or zip extractor app; you can find one easily on Play Store or Android Market.\n  \n  **Thanks! 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This will make sure that you don't replace any files that already exist on your computer with the new files that are extracted.\n  Thanks\n  \n  [Helpful 0](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Play-RAR-Files)   [Not Helpful 0](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Play-RAR-Files)\n- If you want to extract files in the same folder that contains the RAR file then just right-click on the RAR file and select \"Extract Here\" from the pop-up menu. You need the WinRAR software preinstalled for the \"Extract Here\" option to appear.\n  Thanks\n  \n  [Helpful 0](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Play-RAR-Files)   [Not Helpful 0](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Play-RAR-Files)\n\nSubmit a Tip\n\nAll tip submissions are carefully reviewed before being published\n\nName\n\nPlease provide your name and last initial\n\n[Submit](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Play-RAR-Files)\n\nThanks for submitting a tip for review\\!\n\nAdvertisement\n\n## Warnings\n- Dziobas cannot play all RAR files. 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[↑](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Play-RAR-Files#_ref-1) Luigi Oppido. Computer & Tech Specialist. Expert Interview\n2. [↑](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Play-RAR-Files#_ref-2) Luigi Oppido. Computer & Tech Specialist. Expert Interview\n3. [↑](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Play-RAR-Files#_ref-3) Luigi Oppido. Computer & Tech Specialist. Expert Interview\n4. <https:\/\/www.rarlab.com\/rar_file.htm>\n5. <https:\/\/www.afterdawn.com\/guides\/archive\/how_to_play_rar_files.cfm>\n6. <https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/RAR>\n7. <https:\/\/www.afterdawn.com\/software\/desktop\/compression_tools\/winrar.cfm>\n\n## About This Article\n![Luigi Oppido](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/c\/c0\/Luigi_oppido.png\/-crop-100-100-100px-Luigi_oppido.png)\n\nCo-authored by:\n\n[Luigi Oppido](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Author\/Luigi-Oppido)\n\nComputer & Tech Specialist\n\nThis article was co-authored by [Luigi Oppido](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Author\/Luigi-Oppido). 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In order to play any file that has been compressed using the RAR system, you must first either use WinRAR to decompress the file (a procedure known as extraction) or use Dziobas RAR Player, which is a media player that is designed to automatically decompress RAR files to play them.\n\n## Things You Should Know\n- Install WinRAR or Dziobas RAR Player.\n- WinRAR can open more RAR files than Dziobas.\n- After you have WinRAR installed, you can double-click a RAR file to open it.\n\n1. [![Step 1 Go to the AfterDawn website to download and install WinRAR on your computer.](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/4\/4e\/Play-RAR-Files-Step-1-Version-3.jpg\/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-1-Version-3.jpg)](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Play-RAR-Files#\/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-1-Version-3.jpg)\n2. [![Step 2 Double-click on the RAR file stored on your computer.](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/3\/3c\/Play-RAR-Files-Step-2-Version-3.jpg\/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-2-Version-3.jpg)](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Play-RAR-Files#\/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-2-Version-3.jpg)\n   This will open the file in WinRAR.[\\[2\\]](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Play-RAR-Files#_note-2)\n   Advertisement\n3. [![Step 3 Press the \"Extract To\" button in the taskbar at the top.](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/a\/a8\/Play-RAR-Files-Step-3-Version-3.jpg\/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-3-Version-3.jpg)](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Play-RAR-Files#\/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-3-Version-3.jpg)\n4. [![Step 4 Choose the destination path using the file browser at the top of the General tab.](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/8\/81\/Play-RAR-Files-Step-4-Version-3.jpg\/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-4-Version-3.jpg)](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Play-RAR-Files#\/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-4-Version-3.jpg)\n   The destination path is the location of the folder where you want the extracted file to be saved.\n5. [![Step 5 Hit the OK button at the bottom.](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/c\/c3\/Play-RAR-Files-Step-5-Version-3.jpg\/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-5-Version-3.jpg)](https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Play-RAR-Files#\/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-5-Version-3.jpg)\n   The compressed files will be extracted to your designated folder.\n6. 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Boilerpipe Text	Download Article A quick guide for Windows and Mac users to open compressed RAR multimedia with ease Download Article RAR (Roshal Archive) is the native archive file format for the WinRAR software that has a ".rar" extension. [1] Files in RAR format can contain other files within them (such as video files) but their data is compressed, which is why media players such as Windows Media Player are unable to play RAR files directly. In order to play any file that has been compressed using the RAR system, you must first either use WinRAR to decompress the file (a procedure known as extraction) or use Dziobas RAR Player, which is a media player that is designed to automatically decompress RAR files to play them. Things You Should Know Install WinRAR or Dziobas RAR Player. WinRAR can open more RAR files than Dziobas. After you have WinRAR installed, you can double-click a RAR file to open it. This will open the file in WinRAR. [2] Advertisement The destination path is the location of the folder where you want the extracted file to be saved. The compressed files will be extracted to your designated folder. Since these files are no longer compressed, you should be able to play using your regular media player such as Windows Media Player. Advertisement Dziobas will temporarily decompress the file that is in RAR format and begin playing it. Advertisement Search Add New Question Question How do I play RAR videos on mobile? Community Answer Install a RAR app or zip extractor app; you can find one easily on Play Store or Android Market. Question Is there a way to do this without downloading any programs? Community Answer No, RAR files cannot be opened without a rar. file program. WinRAR is trusted, and even if it says 40 days trial, its unlimited. Ask a Question 200 characters left Include your email address to get a message when this question is answered. Submit Advertisement Create a new folder for storing extracted files. This will make sure that you don't replace any files that already exist on your computer with the new files that are extracted. Thanks If you want to extract files in the same folder that contains the RAR file then just right-click on the RAR file and select "Extract Here" from the pop-up menu. You need the WinRAR software preinstalled for the "Extract Here" option to appear. Thanks Thanks for submitting a tip for review! Advertisement Dziobas cannot play all RAR files. WinRAR supports more file formats than Dzobas, so if you are unable to play RAR files using the Dzbas player try extracting them with WinRAR instead. Thanks RAR files cannot be opened by WinZip or the native File Explorer of most operating systems. [3] Thanks Advertisement About This Article Thanks to all authors for creating a page that has been read 204,799 times. Is this article up to date?
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RAR (Roshal Archive) is the native archive file format for the WinRAR software that has a ".rar" extension.[\[1\]](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files#_note-1)X [Expert Source](https://www.wikihow.com/wikiHow:Delivering-a-Trustworthy-Experience) [![Luigi Oppido](https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/c/c0/Luigi_oppido.png/-crop-100-100-100px-Luigi_oppido.png)Luigi Oppido Computer & Tech Specialist](https://www.wikihow.com/Author/Luigi-Oppido) Expert Interview Files in RAR format can contain other files within them (such as video files) but their data is compressed, which is why media players such as Windows Media Player are unable to play RAR files directly. In order to play any file that has been compressed using the RAR system, you must first either use WinRAR to decompress the file (a procedure known as extraction) or use Dziobas RAR Player, which is a media player that is designed to automatically decompress RAR files to play them. ## Things You Should Know - Install WinRAR or Dziobas RAR Player. - WinRAR can open more RAR files than Dziobas. - After you have WinRAR installed, you can double-click a RAR file to open it. ## Steps Method 1 Method 1 of 2: ### WinRAR [![PDF download](https://www.wikihow.com/extensions/wikihow/socialstamp/images/icon-pdf.svg) Download Article](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files) 1. [![Step 1 Go to the AfterDawn website to download and install WinRAR on your computer.](https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/4/4e/Play-RAR-Files-Step-1-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-1-Version-3.jpg)](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files#/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-1-Version-3.jpg) 1 Go to the AfterDawn website to download and install WinRAR on your computer. 2. [![Step 2 Double-click on the RAR file stored on your computer.](https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/3/3c/Play-RAR-Files-Step-2-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-2-Version-3.jpg)](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files#/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-2-Version-3.jpg) 2 Double-click on the RAR file stored on your computer. This will open the file in WinRAR.[\[2\]](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files#_note-2)X [Expert Source](https://www.wikihow.com/wikiHow:Delivering-a-Trustworthy-Experience) [![Luigi Oppido](https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/c/c0/Luigi_oppido.png/-crop-100-100-100px-Luigi_oppido.png)Luigi Oppido Computer & Tech Specialist](https://www.wikihow.com/Author/Luigi-Oppido) Expert Interview Advertisement 3. [![Step 3 Press the "Extract To" button in the taskbar at the top.](https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/a/a8/Play-RAR-Files-Step-3-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-3-Version-3.jpg)](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files#/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-3-Version-3.jpg) 3 Press the "Extract To" button in the taskbar at the top. 4. [![Step 4 Choose the destination path using the file browser at the top of the General tab.](https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/8/81/Play-RAR-Files-Step-4-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-4-Version-3.jpg)](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files#/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-4-Version-3.jpg) 4 Choose the destination path using the file browser at the top of the General tab. The destination path is the location of the folder where you want the extracted file to be saved. 5. [![Step 5 Hit the OK button at the bottom.](https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/c/c3/Play-RAR-Files-Step-5-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-5-Version-3.jpg)](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files#/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-5-Version-3.jpg) 5 Hit the OK button at the bottom. The compressed files will be extracted to your designated folder. 6. [![Step 6 Browse to the folder where the extracted files are saved.](https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/5/5b/Play-RAR-Files-Step-6-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-6-Version-3.jpg)](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files#/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-6-Version-3.jpg) 6 Browse to the folder where the extracted files are saved. Since these files are no longer compressed, you should be able to play using your regular media player such as Windows Media Player. Method 2 Method 2 of 2: ### Dziobas RAR Player [![PDF download](https://www.wikihow.com/extensions/wikihow/socialstamp/images/icon-pdf.svg) Download Article](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files) 1. [![Step 1 Download the Dziobas player from the AfterDawn website.](https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/2/2c/Play-RAR-Files-Step-7-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-7-Version-3.jpg)](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files#/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-7-Version-3.jpg) 1 Download the Dziobas player from the AfterDawn website. 2. [![Step 2 Run the downloaded installer to install the player on your computer.](https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/8/85/Play-RAR-Files-Step-8-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-8-Version-3.jpg)](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files#/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-8-Version-3.jpg) 2 Run the downloaded installer to install the player on your computer. 3. [![Step 3 Open the Dziobas player by going to "All Programs" from your start menu and selecting the software from the list of programs.](https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/0/09/Play-RAR-Files-Step-9-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-9-Version-3.jpg)](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files#/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-9-Version-3.jpg) 3 Open the Dziobas player by going to "All Programs" from your start menu and selecting the software from the list of programs. 4. [![Step 4 Click on "File" in the top-right corner and select "Open RAR (rewind)."](https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/5/56/Play-RAR-Files-Step-10-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-10-Version-3.jpg)](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files#/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-10-Version-3.jpg) 4 Click on "File" in the top-right corner and select "Open RAR (rewind)." 5. [![Step 5 Use the "Open" window that pops up to browse to the RAR file.](https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/e/ed/Play-RAR-Files-Step-11-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-11-Version-3.jpg)](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files#/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-11-Version-3.jpg) 5 Use the "Open" window that pops up to browse to the RAR file. 6. [![Step 6 Select the name of the RAR file and press the "Open" button.](https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/0/03/Play-RAR-Files-Step-12-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-12-Version-3.jpg)](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files#/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-12-Version-3.jpg) 6 Select the name of the RAR file and press the "Open" button. Dziobas will temporarily decompress the file that is in RAR format and begin playing it. ## Community Q\&A Search [Add New Question]() - Question How do I play RAR videos on mobile? ![Community Answer](https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/f/f2/CommunityAvatar3.png/-crop-104-104-104px-CommunityAvatar3.png) Community Answer Install a RAR app or zip extractor app; you can find one easily on Play Store or Android Market. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even \$1 helps us in our mission. 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[↑](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files#_ref-1) Luigi Oppido. Computer & Tech Specialist. Expert Interview 2. [↑](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files#_ref-2) Luigi Oppido. Computer & Tech Specialist. Expert Interview 3. [↑](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files#_ref-3) Luigi Oppido. Computer & Tech Specialist. Expert Interview 4. <https://www.rarlab.com/rar_file.htm> 5. <https://www.afterdawn.com/guides/archive/how_to_play_rar_files.cfm> 6. <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/RAR> 7. <https://www.afterdawn.com/software/desktop/compression_tools/winrar.cfm> ## About This Article ![Luigi Oppido](https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/c/c0/Luigi_oppido.png/-crop-100-100-100px-Luigi_oppido.png) Co-authored by: [Luigi Oppido](https://www.wikihow.com/Author/Luigi-Oppido) Computer & Tech Specialist This article was co-authored by [Luigi Oppido](https://www.wikihow.com/Author/Luigi-Oppido). Luigi Oppido is the Owner and Operator of Pleasure Point Computers in Santa Cruz, California. 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Readable Markdown	[![PDF download](https://www.wikihow.com/extensions/wikihow/socialstamp/images/icon-pdf.svg) Download Article](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files) A quick guide for Windows and Mac users to open compressed RAR multimedia with ease [![PDF download](https://www.wikihow.com/extensions/wikihow/socialstamp/images/icon-pdf.svg) Download Article](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files) RAR (Roshal Archive) is the native archive file format for the WinRAR software that has a ".rar" extension.[\[1\]](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files#_note-1) Files in RAR format can contain other files within them (such as video files) but their data is compressed, which is why media players such as Windows Media Player are unable to play RAR files directly. In order to play any file that has been compressed using the RAR system, you must first either use WinRAR to decompress the file (a procedure known as extraction) or use Dziobas RAR Player, which is a media player that is designed to automatically decompress RAR files to play them. ## Things You Should Know - Install WinRAR or Dziobas RAR Player. - WinRAR can open more RAR files than Dziobas. - After you have WinRAR installed, you can double-click a RAR file to open it. 1. [![Step 1 Go to the AfterDawn website to download and install WinRAR on your computer.](https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/4/4e/Play-RAR-Files-Step-1-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-1-Version-3.jpg)](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files#/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-1-Version-3.jpg) 2. [![Step 2 Double-click on the RAR file stored on your computer.](https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/3/3c/Play-RAR-Files-Step-2-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-2-Version-3.jpg)](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files#/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-2-Version-3.jpg) This will open the file in WinRAR.[\[2\]](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files#_note-2) Advertisement 3. [![Step 3 Press the "Extract To" button in the taskbar at the top.](https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/a/a8/Play-RAR-Files-Step-3-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-3-Version-3.jpg)](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files#/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-3-Version-3.jpg) 4. [![Step 4 Choose the destination path using the file browser at the top of the General tab.](https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/8/81/Play-RAR-Files-Step-4-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-4-Version-3.jpg)](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files#/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-4-Version-3.jpg) The destination path is the location of the folder where you want the extracted file to be saved. 5. [![Step 5 Hit the OK button at the bottom.](https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/c/c3/Play-RAR-Files-Step-5-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-5-Version-3.jpg)](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files#/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-5-Version-3.jpg) The compressed files will be extracted to your designated folder. 6. [![Step 6 Browse to the folder where the extracted files are saved.](https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/5/5b/Play-RAR-Files-Step-6-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-6-Version-3.jpg)](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files#/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-6-Version-3.jpg) Since these files are no longer compressed, you should be able to play using your regular media player such as Windows Media Player. 1. [![Step 1 Download the Dziobas player from the AfterDawn website.](https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/2/2c/Play-RAR-Files-Step-7-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-7-Version-3.jpg)](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files#/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-7-Version-3.jpg) 2. [![Step 2 Run the downloaded installer to install the player on your computer.](https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/8/85/Play-RAR-Files-Step-8-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-8-Version-3.jpg)](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files#/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-8-Version-3.jpg) 3. [![Step 3 Open the Dziobas player by going to "All Programs" from your start menu and selecting the software from the list of programs.](https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/0/09/Play-RAR-Files-Step-9-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-9-Version-3.jpg)](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files#/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-9-Version-3.jpg) 4. [![Step 4 Click on "File" in the top-right corner and select "Open RAR (rewind)."](https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/5/56/Play-RAR-Files-Step-10-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-10-Version-3.jpg)](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files#/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-10-Version-3.jpg) 5. [![Step 5 Use the "Open" window that pops up to browse to the RAR file.](https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/e/ed/Play-RAR-Files-Step-11-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-11-Version-3.jpg)](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files#/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-11-Version-3.jpg) 6. [![Step 6 Select the name of the RAR file and press the "Open" button.](https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/0/03/Play-RAR-Files-Step-12-Version-3.jpg/v4-460px-Play-RAR-Files-Step-12-Version-3.jpg)](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files#/Image:Play-RAR-Files-Step-12-Version-3.jpg) Dziobas will temporarily decompress the file that is in RAR format and begin playing it. Search [Add New Question]() - Question How do I play RAR videos on mobile? ![Community Answer](https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/f/f2/CommunityAvatar3.png/-crop-104-104-104px-CommunityAvatar3.png) Community Answer Install a RAR app or zip extractor app; you can find one easily on Play Store or Android Market. - Question Is there a way to do this without downloading any programs? ![Community Answer](https://www.wikihow.com/images/thumb/f/f2/CommunityAvatar3.png/-crop-104-104-104px-CommunityAvatar3.png) Community Answer No, RAR files cannot be opened without a rar. file program. WinRAR is trusted, and even if it says 40 days trial, its unlimited. Ask a Question 200 characters left Include your email address to get a message when this question is answered. [Submit]() Advertisement - Create a new folder for storing extracted files. This will make sure that you don't replace any files that already exist on your computer with the new files that are extracted. Thanks - If you want to extract files in the same folder that contains the RAR file then just right-click on the RAR file and select "Extract Here" from the pop-up menu. You need the WinRAR software preinstalled for the "Extract Here" option to appear. Thanks Thanks for submitting a tip for review\! Advertisement - Dziobas cannot play all RAR files. WinRAR supports more file formats than Dzobas, so if you are unable to play RAR files using the Dzbas player try extracting them with WinRAR instead. Thanks - RAR files cannot be opened by WinZip or the native File Explorer of most operating systems.[\[3\]](https://www.wikihow.com/Play-RAR-Files#_note-3) Thanks Advertisement About This Article Thanks to all authors for creating a page that has been read 204,799 times. ## Is this article up to date?
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