Opening RNX Files

The RNX file type is primarily associated with RTKLIB.

RNXFile Extension RNX
 File extension: RNX
File type:  GNSS data file

What is an RNX file?

RNX files mostly belong to RTKLIB. RNX Files are GNSS data files that follow the RINEX (Receiver Independent Exchange Format) standard.
They record satellite navigation information, mainly from GPS, and are used by experts to convert signals from satellites into precise positioning data.
Key details as outlined by FilExt.com include:
  • Format: A text-based file adhering to RINEX standards.
  • Data: Contains satellite positions, signal timing, and navigation messages.
  • Usage: Employed in geodesy, surveying, and post-processing of GNSS signals.
  • Software: Open these files with specialized tools such as GPSTk or RTKLIB.
  • Source: Often produced by systems from companies like BNC; more details available at BKG.
    • FilExt.com tip: This file is mainly for processing and analyzing satellite-based navigation data.

    How to open an RNX file

    You need a suitable software like RTKLIB to open an RNX file. Without proper software you will receive a Windows message "How do you want to open this file?" or "Windows cannot open this file" or a similar Mac/iPhone/Android alert. If you cannot open your RNX file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a RNX file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

    Online RNX Text Viewer

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    How to extract texts from RNX files or capture a screenshot to PDF, JPG, DOCX, TXT, ...

    You can extract texts from RNX file or capture a preview screenshot using our online RNX file viewer:
    1. Just click the "Choose your .rnx file to view" button on this page.
    2. Your RNX file will then be displayed in the browser.
    3. Now click on "Save as..." at the top of the page.
    4. Then choose the file format (e.g. JPG, PDF, DOCX, TXT, ...) you want.
    5. Download the converted file.

    Programs that open and convert RNX files:

    1. RTKLIB
      See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. RNX files are often referred to as RTKLIB data files because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
    2. RealPlayer File by RealNetworks
      The Mime types used with this association are: application/vnd.rn-realplayer.

    Technical Data for RNX File Extension

    File classification:
    Data
    Related files:
    obs, nav, sp3, clk, atx, gz, awb, rmvb, rm
    Mime type:
    application/vnd.rn-realplayer

    The following listing is compiled from the database produced by the 'Associate This!' program, selected data from the main FILExt database and file extension information submitted by users.

    ProgramID: RealPlayer.RP.6, FileType: RealMedia File, AppName: Media Player Classic
    EXEFile: mplayerc.exe
    ProgramID: RealPlayer.RP.6, FileType: RealOne Player File, AppName: RealOne Player
    ProgramID: RealPlayer.RP.6, FileType: RealOne Player File, AppName: RealPlay
    EXEFile: RealPlay.exe
    ProgramID: RealPlayer.RP.6, FileType: RealOne Player File, AppName: RealPlayer
    ProgramID: RealPlayer.RP.6, FileType: RealOne Player File, AppName: RNX file processor
    EXEFile: rnxproc.exe
    ProgramID: RealPlayer.RP.6, FileType: RealPlayer File, AppName: RealPlayer
    EXEFile: RealPlay.exe
    ProgramID: RealPlayer.RP.6, FileType: RealPlayer File, AppName: RNX file processor
    EXEFile: rnxproc.exe
    ProgramID: RealPlayer.RP.6
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Arquivos comuns\Real\Update_OB\rnxproc.exe %1
    ProgramID: RealPlayer.RP.6
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Common Files\Real\Update_OB\rnxproc.exe
    ProgramID: RealPlayer.RP.6
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Common Files\Real\Update_OB\rnxproc.exe %1
    ProgramID: RealPlayer.RP.6
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Fichiers communs\Real\Update_OB\rnxproc.exe %1
    ProgramID: RealPlayer.RP.6
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\File comuni\Real\Update_OB\rnxproc.exe %1
    ProgramID: RealPlayer.RP.6
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Gemeinsame Dateien\Real\Update_OB\rnxproc.exe
    ProgramID: RealPlayer.RP.6
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\K-Lite Codec Pack\Media Player Classic\mplayerc.exe %1
    ProgramID: RealPlayer.RP.6
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Media Player Classic\mplayerc.exe %1
    ProgramID: RealPlayer.RP.6
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Real\RealPlayer\RealPlay.exe %1
    ProgramID: RealPlayer.RP.6
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Real\RealPlayer\RealPlay.exe /m
    ProgramID: RealPlayer.RP.6
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Real\RealPlayer\RealPlay.exe /m application/vnd.rn-realplayer %1
    ProgramID: RealPlayer.RP.6
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Gemeinsame Dateien\Real\Update_OB\rnxproc.exe %1
    ProgramID: RealPlayer.RP.6
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Archivos comunes\Real\Update_OB\rnxproc.exe %1
    ProgramID: RealPlayer.RP.6
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Delade filer\Real\Update_OB\rnxproc.exe %1
    ProgramID: RealPlayer.RP.6
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\ACE Mega CoDecS Pack\SystemS\RealMedia\Update_OB\rnxproc.exe %1
    ProgramID: Winamp.File
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Winamp\winamp.exe %1
    ProgramID: RealPlayer.RP.6
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Common Files\Real\Update_OB\rnxproc.exe
    ProgramID: ACEMegaCoDecSPack.RealMediaFileS
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\ACE Mega CoDecS Pack\Media Player Classic\mplayerc.exe %1 /open
    ProgramID: RealPlayer.RP.6
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Real\RealOne Enterprise Desktop\realplay.exe %1
    ProgramID: RealPlayer.RP.6
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Windows Media Player\wmplayer.exe %1
    ProgramID: ACEMegaCoDecSPack.RealMediaFileS
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\ACE Mega CoDecS Pack\BSPlayer\bsplayer.exe /open
    ProgramID: RealPlayer.RP.6
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Media Player Classic\mplayerc.exe /m application/vnd.rn-realplayer
    ProgramID: RA RealMedia File
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Windows Media Player\wmplayer.exe
    ProgramID: RA RealMedia File
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Media Player Classic\mplayerc.exe
    ProgramID: RA RealMedia File
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\K-Lite Codec Pack\Media Player Classic\mplayerc.exe
    ProgramID: ACEMegaCoDecSPack.RealMediaFileS
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\ACE Mega CoDecS Pack\Media Player Classic\mplayerc.exe
    ProgramID: RealPlayer.RP.6
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\K-Lite Codec Pack\Real\Update_OB\rnxproc.exe
    ProgramID: KLCP.RealMedia
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\K-Lite Codec Pack\Media Player Classic\mplayerc.exe
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    an rnx GNSS data file is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

    How to solve problems with RNX files

    • Associate the RNX file extension with the correct application.
    • Update your software that should actually open gnss data files. Because only the current version supports the latest RNX file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the manufacturer website after an available RTKLIB update.
    • To make sure that your RNX file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
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