Tips to open AI4 file

Can't open the AI4 file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open AI4 files as well as a list of programs that support AI4 files.

AI4 file extension

File Name Generic Encapsulated PostScript Graphic
File Developer Adobe Systems Incorporated
File Category Graphic Files

The AI4 file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the AI4 files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the AI4 file on each system platform.

Operating systems
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What is AI4 file?

The AI4 file has been categorized as Graphic Files. It was designed by Adobe Systems Incorporated. Additionally, the Graphic Files category contains 524 of other files. Generic Encapsulated PostScript Graphic is supported by 1 operating systems. Although it can be found with greater or lesser success on any operating system, it will only be useful on Windows. The Adobe Illustrator application is recommended to open the file. It was released by Adobe Systems Incorporated. This file type can also be opened by 2 other programs. Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite will apply when it is not possible to use Adobe Illustrator.

How to open AI4 file?

The most common problem when using Generic Encapsulated PostScript Graphic is that a specific AI4 is not associated with the program. This is manifested by the fact that AI4 files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the AI4 file icon you want to open. If the operating system has an appropriate application to support it and there is also an association between the file and the program, the file should be opened.

Step 1. Install Adobe Illustrator

An often overlooked issue is to make sure that Adobe Illustrator is installed on the computer. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name Adobe Illustrator in it. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file AI4 with Adobe Illustrator. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open AI4 files.

Step 2. Create association of Adobe Illustrator with AI4 files

However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the AI4 file to open in the Adobe Illustrator application, but you can set it manually. The association can be created using the drop-down list available by right-clicking on the file and selecting Properties. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of file. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. It may happen that in the next window there will be no appropriate program - however, this can be corrected with the "Browse" option where you should manually indicate the program location. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the AI4 file with the Adobe Illustrator application.

Step 3. Update Adobe Illustrator to the latest version

If, however, after binding Adobe Illustrator with Generic Encapsulated PostScript Graphic there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. This can be done using the application (if it provides such options) or from the Adobe Systems Incorporated website and install the latest version.

Step 4. Check for the following problems with the AI4 file

Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. This could be due to the file itself, the cleanest issues are:

The AI4 file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the AI4 file. The file should be downloaded again, making sure that the process has finished correctly.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file AI4 or the program directory. However, remember that not every infected AI4 file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the AI4 file. Help should be sought from the software developer, as they usually recommend using free file converters or installing an older version of the program.
There can be many reasons for the failure. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair AI4 file corruption. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact Adobe Systems Incorporated
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted AI4 files can be used by the device on which they were encrypted, on any other device it is required to have the appropriate cryptographic key and decrypt the file before its recovery.
Some operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. These directories are write-protected to them and it's very hard to fix this problem. Copying the AI4 file to another location will fix the problem.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. In this case, the AI4 file is blocked by the first application to open it. Just close unnecessary programs. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the AI4 file for a certain period of time. If this does not work either, restart the device.