Opening RECORD Files

The RECORD file type is primarily associated with Xcode.

RECORD	File extension: RECORD
	File type:	data file

What is a RECORD file?

RECORD files mostly belong to Xcode. RECORD files can use different internal formats to hold structured data.
This file type may be stored as a binary plist, meaning it contains a serialized Property List for storing system settings or configuration data on Apple systems. To open such files, you need a tool that can read binary plist files, for example, the Property List Editor in Xcode.
Alternatively, RECORD files may also use the JSON format. In this case the file acts as a log that records touch operations and user interface events. This format is used by testing tools like MonkeyRunner, and you can view these records with a text editor or any JSON viewer.

File content is defined by its internal format.

Binary plist files may need conversion for readability.

JSON based records are human-readable when properly formatted.

FilExt.com note: For more technical details, check out the Apple documentation and the MonkeyRunner documentation.

How to open a RECORD file

You need a suitable software like Xcode to open a RECORD 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 RECORD file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a RECORD 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 RECORD files:

Xcode
See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. RECORD files are often referred to as Xcode data files because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
macOS, iOS, MonkeyRunner
A *.RECORD file can refer to different file formats depending on the context. It is most commonly associated with Apple's binary property list (plist) format, often used for storing application settings and data. These files are generally created and used by Apple software. Less frequently, *.RECORD can also refer to log files containing touch operation records, primarily used in Android app testing with tools like MonkeyRunner. These record user interface events for analysis and debugging. This file format is classified as Data file.

RECORD file format:

A file format defines how the data in the file is structured. A file format is determined by the file extension and signature, so JPEG images have the extension .jpg and the first bytes in the file are ÿØÿ. However, different programs can use the same file extension. Furthermore, a file extension can be renamed incorrectly and double-clicking on it will then display an error when it is opened. Knowledge is power - this also applies when dealing with unknown or faulty files. Our evaluation of the RECORD files is as follows:

The RECORD file extension is rather rarely used and includes different formats for different programs. The file formats most commonly found in RECORD files are:

25% of all RECORD files use the popular plist file format. A property list file is a structured text file that contains user's settings or macOS apps configuration. These files contain neither text nor words, but only data. A typical file size is 2 KB. It is a modern file type. The files contain the following words: bplist00. A usual file name is 58A33394-9F73-4426-B821-9B0E8FA1E439.record. Such files sometimes refer to identifier, zone, apple and user.
25% of all RECORD files store the data in the JSON file format. JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) is a lightweight data−interchange format. It is easy for humans to read and write. It is easy for machines to parse and generate. The content consists of readable text data, which can be read using a text editor. RECORD files can be up to 47 MB in size, but are often around 5 KB - 5 MB. Certain words are almost always found in the files, such as "operations": [, timing, "operationId": "PutMultiTouch", "points": [ and "id": 1. An example of a file name is my_script(1).record or my_script(2).record. Such RECORD files store data about script.

All other RECORD files (50%) have no consistent format, the following 4 formats exist: NARAKA and Datalogger. They are often associated with track or train. You can get all the details of your RECORD file by dragging it onto this page or by clicking the button "Choose your .record file to analyze" above.

Technical Data for RECORD File Extension

File classification:

Data

Related files:

plist, av, data, bom, xip, ds_store, json, log, xml, cfg, ini

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

How to solve problems with RECORD files

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