Tips to open GIM file
Can't open the GIM file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open GIM files as well as a list of programs that support GIM files.
GIM file extension
| File Name |
PlayStation Portable Image Format |
| File Developer |
Sony |
| File Category |
Raster Image Files |
The GIM file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the GIM files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the GIM file on each system platform.
What is GIM file?
The file in the GIM format belongs to the Raster Image Files category. The author of this format is Sony. In addition to this file, the Raster Image Files category includes 522 related files. PlayStation Portable Image Format is supported by 1 operating systems. The file will work on Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. This file type can also be opened by 2 other programs. RCO Editor, GimConv will apply when it is not possible to use PSP Theme Creator.
How to open GIM file?
The main problem with PlayStation Portable Image Format is that the GIM file is incorrectly associated with programs. This is manifested by the fact that GIM files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. This problem can be easily remedied.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the GIM 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 PSP Theme Creator
In this case, you should first verify that the PSP Theme Creator application is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name PSP Theme Creator into the system search engine. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Below you will find a list of applications that support GIM files.
Programs to open GIM file
Remember to download programs supporting GIM files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of PSP Theme Creator with GIM files
However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the GIM file to open in the PSP Theme Creator application, but you can set it manually. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of file. 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 GIM file with the PSP Theme Creator application.
Step 3. Update PSP Theme Creator to the latest version
If, despite the association of the PSP Theme Creator program with the PlayStation Portable Image Format file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the GIM file
The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. File problems can be divided into the following:
The GIM file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the GIM file. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file GIM or the program directory. Sometimes virus-infected GIM files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
Older version of GIM file may not always be supported by the latest software version. 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. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular GIM file corruption.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted file GIM except for the special designation, works normally, but only on the device where it was encrypted, before transferring it to another machine, decryption is required.
The operating system protects files in some locations (e.g. the root of the system partition) against unauthorized access. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. If possible, you can try to move the GIM file to another location.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the GIM file again. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the GIM file for a certain period of time. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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