Opening RSML Files

The RSML file type is primarily associated with Real Player File.

RSMLFile Extension RSML
File extension: RSML
File type:  Real Player files

What is an RSML file?

RSML files mostly belong to Real Player File. Use our "Online RSML Text Viewer" below to analyze your RSML file and to see all text it contains.

How to open an RSML file

You need a suitable software like Real Player File to open an RSML file. You need a suitable software like Real Player File to open an RSML 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 RSML file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a RSML file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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

You can extract texts from RSML file or capture a preview screenshot using our online RSML file viewer:
  1. Just click the "Choose your .rsml file to view" button on this page.
  2. After your file is opened in browser,
  3. click "Save as..." in the menu.
  4. Then choose the file format (e.g. JPG, PDF, DOCX, TXT, ...) you want.
  5. Your file will be converted and downloaded.

Can't Open Your .RSML File? Try These Steps

Because .RSML files originate from entirely different programs, they aren't universally openable.

  1. Identify the Source: If it came from an older media stream, it's likely a RealPlayer file. If received from a plant biologist, it's probably Root System Markup Language data.
  2. Check the Header: Inspect the first bytes in a text editor:
    • <?xml or <rsml> indicates a readable biological data file.
    • smil or media URLs suggest a RealNetworks streaming link.
  3. Use the Original Software: The original program is usually required; try RealPlayer for media links, RSMLJ or SmartRoot for root data, or ask the sender if uncertain.
  4. Use this Webpage: Drag and drop your file into our viewer to detect the format, extract readable text or metadata, and preview contents when possible.

Technical Data for RSML File Extension

Related files:
Mime type:
application/vnd.rn-rsml

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.RSML.6, FileType: RealSystem ML File, AppName: RealOne Player
EXEFile: RealPlay.exe

ProgramID: RealPlayer.RSML.6, FileType: RealSystem ML File, AppName: RealPlayer
EXEFile: RealPlay.exe

ProgramID: RealPlayer.RSML.6
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\K-Lite Codec Pack\Media Player Classic\mplayerc.exe /m application/vnd.rn-rsml %1

ProgramID: RealPlayer.RSML.6
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Real\RealOne Player\RealPlay.exe %1

ProgramID: RealPlayer.RSML.6
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Real\RealPlayer\RealPlay.exe %1

ProgramID: RealPlayer.RSML.6
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Real\RealPlayer\RealPlay.exe /m

ProgramID: RealPlayer.RSML.6
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Real\RealPlayer\RealPlay.exe /m application/vnd.rn-rsml %1

ProgramID: RealPlayer.RSML.6
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\RealOne Player\RealPlay.exe %1

ProgramID: RealPlayer.RSML.6
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\RealPlay.exe %1

ProgramID: RealPlayer.RSML.6
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\RealPlayer\RealPlay.exe %1

ProgramID: RealPlayer.RSML.6
EXEFile: C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Documents\RealPlay.exe %1

ProgramID: RealPlayer.RSML.6
EXEFile: Y:\Real\RealOne Player\RealPlay.exe %1

ProgramID: RealPlayer.RSML.6
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\RealPlayer 10\RealPlay.exe %1

ProgramID: ACEMegaCoDecSPack.RealMediaFileS
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\ACE Mega CoDecS Pack\Media Player Classic\mplayerc.exe %1 /open

ProgramID: ACEMegaCoDecSPack.RealMediaFileS
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\ACE Mega CoDecS Pack\BSPlayer\bsplayer.exe /open

ProgramID: RealPlayer.RSML.6
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Media Player Classic\mplayerc.exe /m application/vnd.rn-rsml

ProgramID: ACEMegaCoDecSPack.RealMediaFileS
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\ACE Mega CoDecS Pack\Media Player Classic\mplayerc.exe

ProgramID: RealPlayer.RSML.6
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Dhamu\Download\RealPlay.exe


an rsml Real Player file is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with RSML files

  • Associate the RSML file extension with the correct application.
  • Update your software that should actually open Real Player files. Because only the current version supports the latest RSML file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the manufacturer website after an available Real Player File update.
  • To make sure that your RSML file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
  • Click here to open your .RSML file online - secure, fast, and no downloads needed.
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