Tips to open EIP file

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

EIP file extension

File Name Enhanced Image Package Format
File Developer Phase One
File Category Data Files

The EIP file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the EIP files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the EIP file on each system platform.

Operating systems
  • 2
  • 1
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

What is EIP file?

The EIP file has been categorized as Data Files. The author of this format is Phase One. Data Files consists of 1326 similar files. Enhanced Image Package Format is most often found on 2 operating systems. These systems consist of Mac OS, Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. It is recommended to use Capture One to handle this file. This is a program created by Phase One A/S. This file type can also be opened by 2 other programs. You can use Microsoft Windows Photos in case Capture One cannot be used.

How to open EIP file?

The most common problem when using Enhanced Image Package Format is that a specific EIP is not associated with the program. This causes the file EIP to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. How to solve such a problem?

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the EIP 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 Capture One

In this case, you should first verify that the Capture One application is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing Capture One into the operating system search engine. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file EIP with Capture One. Below you will find a list of applications that support EIP files.

Programs to open EIP file

Remember to download programs supporting EIP files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.

Step 2. Create association of Capture One with EIP files

If, despite the installed application, the EIP file does not start in the Capture One application, you must create a file association. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select Properties. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. The program should be visible in the window, otherwise it should be selected manually using the "Browse" button and the program installation directory should be indicated. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the EIP file with the Capture One application.

Step 3. Update Capture One to the latest version

If, however, after binding Capture One with Enhanced Image Package Format there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the Phase One A/S page and install.

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

The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. The most common file problems are:

Very often, the file may be size 0 or incomplete. This suggests truncating the EIP file contents when downloading or copying. The file should be downloaded again, making sure that the process has finished correctly.
The computer may have fallen victim to a computer virus or hacker. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file EIP or the program directory. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover EIP files, which are deleted if there is a backup of this file, then after restoring it, it must also be scanned.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the EIP file. On their websites, developers usually offer free solutions to such problems, e.g. in the form of a conversion program or an older version of the program.
There can be many reasons for this. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair EIP file corruption. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting Phase One, but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted EIP 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 of the system directories are excluded from modification. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. If possible, you can try to move the EIP file to another location.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. However, some background programs may block the EIP file while scanning. If nothing helps, please reset the device.