Convert R05 to 7-ZIP

Understanding r05 and 7-zip file formats

R05 files are part of a multi-volume archive created by WinRAR or similar archiving tools. These files are segments of a larger compressed archive, typically named sequentially (e.g., .r00, .r01, ..., .r05). They cannot be used independently and require all parts of the archive to extract the original data.

7-Zip files, with the .7z extension, are compressed archives created by the 7-Zip software. The 7z format is known for its high compression ratio and support for strong encryption and large file sizes.

How to convert r05 to 7-zip format

Direct conversion from a single .r05 file to .7z is not possible, as the .r05 file is only a part of a split archive. To convert, you must first gather all parts of the original archive (e.g., .rar, .r00, .r01, ..., .r05) and extract the contents. Once extracted, you can recompress the files into a new .7z archive.

Step-by-step conversion process

1. Collect all archive parts: Ensure you have the complete set of files (.rar, .r00, .r01, ..., .r05).
2. Extract the archive: Use WinRAR or 7-Zip to extract the contents:
   • With 7-Zip: Right-click the .rar file → 7-Zip → Extract Here.
   • With WinRAR: Right-click the .rar file → Extract Here.
3. Create a 7z archive: After extraction, select the files/folders you want to compress, right-click, and choose 7-Zip → Add to archive.... In the dialog, set Archive format to 7z and click OK.

Recommended software for conversion

• 7-Zip (Windows, free): Handles both extraction of RAR multi-part archives and creation of 7z files.
• WinRAR (Windows, trialware): Useful for extracting multi-part RAR archives.

For most users, 7-Zip is the best choice due to its free license and support for both formats.

Summary

To convert an r05 (multi-part RAR) archive to a 7-zip file, extract the complete archive first, then recompress the contents into a .7z file using 7-Zip.