Tips to open GI file
Can't open the GI file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open GI files as well as a list of programs that support GI files.
GI file extension
The GI file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the GI files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the GI file on each system platform.
What is GI file?
The file with the extension GI is the Disk Image Files file type. In addition to this file, the Disk Image Files category includes 203 related files. Global Image is supported by 1 operating systems. The file will work on Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The main program that supports this format is ImgBurn. This was created by LIGHTNING UK!. This file type can also be opened by 5 other programs. IsoBuster, UltraISO, gBurner, RecordNow will apply when it is not possible to use ImgBurn.
How to open GI file?
The main problem with Global Image is that the GI file is incorrectly associated with programs. This causes the file GI to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. This problem can be easily remedied.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the GI 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 ImgBurn
An often overlooked issue is to make sure that ImgBurn is installed on the computer. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name ImgBurn in it. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Below you will find a list of applications that support GI files.
Programs to open GI file
Remember to download programs supporting GI files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of ImgBurn with GI files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the GI file still does not use the ImgBurn program, it means no association. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select Properties. The window will show, among other things, the type of the file and the information by which the program is used to launch the 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. The "always use the selected program ..." field will set the ImgBurn application as the default for handling the GI file.
Step 3. Update ImgBurn to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the ImgBurn program, it is possible that Global Image requires a newer version of the program. This can be done using the application (if it provides such options) or from the LIGHTNING UK! website and install the latest version.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the GI file
The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. The most common file problems are:
The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. This suggests truncating the GI file contents when downloading or copying. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. 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 GI or the program directory. However, remember that not every infected GI file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the GI files changes over time. 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 this. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair GI file corruption. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting N/A, but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted GI files cannot be played on other computers than the one on which they were encrypted, they must be decrypted before using on another device.
Some operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. Copying the GI file to another location will fix the problem.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. 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 GI file while scanning. If this does not work either, restart the device.
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