All about BFR Files

The BFR file type is primarily associated with BUFR Decoder / Wireshark.

BFRFile Extension BFR
File extension: BFR
File type:  data file

What is a BFR file

BFR files mostly belong to BUFR Decoder / Wireshark. BFR files are not a single type of file but a label used for files from different systems.
For some applications, a BFR file holds meteorological data encoded in the BUFR (Binary Universal Form for Representation) format. These files store weather observations in a compact, binary format that requires a specialized BUFR decoder. More information is available at the WMO website.
In other cases, BFR files are observer packet capture files used for network traffic analysis. Such files are generated by network tools like Wireshark and record details of captured packets. You can review these files with Wireshark (Wireshark website).
Another use is for public bank fee reports, where the file contains data specific to banking fee structures developed under systems like DPEBPACK. In this scenario, the file acts as a report that financial institutions use to archive fee details.
If you have a BFR file, first determine its source:
  • Check any accompanying documentation or metadata.
  • If the file relates to weather data, use a BUFR viewer.
  • If it appears to be a network capture, open it with Wireshark.
  • If it is from banking operations, consult the relevant financial software.
  • How to open a BFR file

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

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    Programs that open and convert BFR files:

    1. BUFR Decoder / Wireshark
      See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. BFR files are often referred to as BUFR Decoder / Wireshark data files because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
    2. NI Observer Capture File

    Technical Data for BFR File Extension

    File classification:
    Data
    Related files:
    bufr, pcap, cap, rep, bof, bsr, brf, brr, bar, fbr, zip, c2p, dat, log

    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: ethereal-file
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Ethereal\ethereal.exe %1

    ProgramID: NiDecodeAPI
    EXEFile: C:\Observer Files\NiDecodeAPI.exe %1

    ProgramID: ethereal-file
    EXEFile: D:\hack'n-crack\Ethereal\ethereal.exe %1

    ProgramID: wireshark-file
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Wireshark\wireshark.exe

    ProgramID: ethereal-file
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\_wwwUtils\_BB\Ethereal0.10.10\ethereal.exe


    a bfr data file is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

    How to solve problems with BFR files

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