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How to open .CR2 files on iOS

To open .CR2 files on iOS, open the .CR2 file in Files and tap 'Share'.

Step-by-step instructions

  1. Open the .CR2 file in Files and tap 'Share'.
  2. Select an app like Adobe Lightroom that supports CR2 files.

Common issues

CR2 file does not open

The file may not open if the necessary software is not installed or the file is corrupted.

  1. Ensure that compatible software like Adobe Lightroom is installed.
  2. Check the file integrity by downloading it again from a trusted source.

CR2 file opens slowly

Large file size can cause slow opening times.

  1. Use a computer with better processing power.
  2. Close other applications to free up system resources.

Still can’t open your .CR2 file?

Repair a damaged .CR2 file

If the file opens with errors or not at all, a dedicated repair tool can often rebuild it. Work on a copy and keep the original file untouched.

Recover a deleted or lost .CR2 file

If the file was deleted by mistake or the drive was formatted, data recovery software may be able to get it back. Stop writing to that drive right away, because new data can overwrite what you want to recover.

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Security note

Only open CR2 files from trusted sources to avoid malware.

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