Convert R13 to 004

Understanding r13 and 004 file formats

R13 files are part of a multi-volume archive created by WinRAR, a popular file compression and archiving tool. These files are typically named sequentially (e.g., .r00, .r01, ..., .r13) and are used to split large archives into smaller, manageable parts for easier distribution or storage.

004 files are also split archive files, commonly seen in multi-part compressed archives. The .004 extension indicates the fourth segment of a split archive, regardless of the compression tool used (such as WinRAR, 7-Zip, or HJSplit). These files cannot be opened individually; they must be combined with the other parts to extract the original content.

How to convert r13 to 004

Technically, converting an .r13 file to an .004 file is not a standard file conversion, as both are split archive segments. However, if you need to rename or repackage your archive parts for compatibility with a specific tool or naming convention, you can simply rename the file extension from .r13 to .004. Ensure that all other parts of the archive are renamed accordingly and that the extraction tool recognizes the new sequence.

Best software for handling r13 and 004 files

The most reliable software for working with split archives is WinRAR. It can open, extract, and manage multi-part archives regardless of the file extension, as long as the sequence is correct. 7-Zip is another excellent free alternative that supports a wide range of split archive formats.

• WinRAR: Open the first part of the archive (usually .rar or .001), and it will automatically process the rest.
• 7-Zip: Right-click the first part and select 7-Zip → Extract Here to extract the entire archive.

Step-by-step process

1. Ensure all parts of the archive are present in the same folder.
2. If needed, rename .r13 to .004 and adjust other parts to match the new sequence.
3. Open the first part (e.g., .rar or .001) with WinRAR or 7-Zip.
4. Extract the contents; the software will automatically use all parts in sequence.

Conclusion

Both .r13 and .004 are split archive files. No actual conversion is needed—just renaming and ensuring the correct sequence. Use WinRAR or 7-Zip for best results when extracting or managing these files.