Windows 10: Cannot install WinRAR

Discus and support Cannot install WinRAR in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; I need to extract a file from a WinRAR file. When I run the executable I get a popup with a red header saying The App has been blocked for your... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by roger812, Aug 25, 2020.

  1. roger812 Win User

    Cannot install WinRAR


    I need to extract a file from a WinRAR file.


    When I run the executable I get a popup with a red header saying The App has been blocked for your protection. An Administrator has blocked you from running this app, for more information contact the administrator.


    This is a Home PC, I'm the administrator. The file passes a Defender Scan.


    I've turned off UAC, rebooted etc, what else do I need to do?


    Thanks.

    :)
     
    roger812, Aug 25, 2020
    #1
  2. DaveM121 Win User

    .rar file to winRAR

    Hi G41axyX

    Do you have WinRAR installed on your PC?

    If so: right click a RAR, choose 'Open With' - Choose Another App

    Important - Check the box marked 'Always use this app to open rar . . .'

    If WinRAR is not in the list, scroll to the bottom and click 'More Apps'

    Again if WinRAR is not in the list, at the bottom, click 'Look for another app on this PC', then navigate to find the WinRAR executable . . .
     
    DaveM121, Aug 25, 2020
    #2
  3. WinRAR is not installing

    Hello Rana,

    Thank you for visiting Microsoft Community and providing us with the detailed description about the issue.

    As per the description, I understand that you are experiencing issue with installation of WinRAR in Windows 10.

    I certainly understand your concern and will try my best to help you.

    I would suggest you to try installing the drivers in compatibility mode and check if that helps.
    Please refer to the following Microsoft help article given below and check if that helps.

    Make older programs compatible with this version of Windows,
    please follow the steps in the link provided below.



    http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows-8/older-programs-compatible-version-windows

    Note: Most programs created for earlier versions of Windows will work in this version of Windows, but some older programs might run poorly or not at all. You can run the Program
    Compatibility Troubleshooter on most programs to detect and fix common compatibility problems.

    Important: Don’t run the Program Compatibility Troubleshooter on antivirus programs, firewall software, backup software, disk utilities, or on system programs that came with
    Windows. This might cause data loss or create a security risk.

    You may also try the following steps and check if that help.

    To install the drivers in compatibility mode:


    • Right click on the setup file of the driver and select
      Properties

    • Select Compatibility Tab

    • Place a check mark next to Run this program in Compatibility mode and select the operating system accordingly from the drop down list

    • Let the driver to install and then check the functionality.
    You may also refer to the link given below.

    Explore Windows 10 OS, Computers, Apps & More | Microsoft

    Note: It will find compatibility information and get Windows compatible device drivers, app updates, and downloads.

    The above steps holds good for Windows 10 as well.

    For more information:

    I would suggest you to refer to the suggestions provided by
    “Andre Da Costa” replied on January 22, 2015 in the following Microsoft Community link.

    Frequently Asked Questions: Windows 10

    Frequently Asked Questions: Windows 10

    I hope this information is helpful.

    Please do let us know if you need any further assistance, we will be glad to assist you.

    Thank you.
     
    Jayant Gupta, Aug 25, 2020
    #3
  4. akkiAO. Win User

    Cannot install WinRAR

    WinRAR is not installing

    I am not install WinRAR in my pc help me
     
    akkiAO., Aug 25, 2020
    #4
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