SCR File Type
- The quick factsWhat are SCR files and how to open them
Are you having problems opening a SCR file or just wondering what they contain? We explain what these files are used for and show you software that we know can open or otherwise handle your files.
What is a SCR file?
The .scr file extension is used for a system file format that was developed by Microsoft. These SCR files are screensaver files that are used by Windows for energy-saving purposes.These Windows screensavers were originally created to prolong the life of CRT and plasma display monitors. If a screensaver has been set by the user through the display properties of Windows, then the system will automatically activate the user's chosen screensaver when the Windows computer has been idle for a certain time. This is performed so as to minimize the power consumption levels of these display devices.These SCR files also allow users to secure the Windows desktop. A Windows screensaver can be configured to be protected by a password. Other options like setting a fixed number of idle minutes before the chosen screensaver is activated are available through the display properties of Windows.It's best to leave these .scr files alone. These system files do not contain human readable data and are automatically activated by Windows.
How to open SCR files
Important: Different programs may use files with the SCR file extension for different purposes, so unless you are sure which format your SCR file is, you may need to try a few different programs.
While we have not verified the apps ourselves yet, our users have suggested 10 different SCR openers which you will find listed below.
Last updated: December 15, 2021
Suggest another file format using extension SCR
While we know of one file format using the .SCR file extension, there may be more. It is widespread that different programs use files with the same file extension for very different types of data. Please let us know if you are aware of a different kind of .SCR file.
Various apps that use files with this extension
These apps are known to open certain types of SCR files. Remember, different programs may use SCR files for different purposes, so you may need to try out a few of them to be able to open your specific file.
 | Photomania Deluxe | User submitted |
 | RasWin | User submitted |
 | Microsoft Office | User submitted |
 | Direct Show Ogg Vorbis Filter | User submitted |
 | Intel Dynamic Power Performance Management | User submitted |
 | Screen View | User submitted |
 | DIMIN Viewer | User submitted |
 | TLG | User submitted |
 | 3D Photo Browser | User submitted |
| 3DBrowser | User submitted |
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