Tips to open IDI file

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

IDI file extension

File Name I-DEAS Web Access
File Developer Siemens Product Lifecycle Management Software Inc.
File Category Misc Files

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

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What is IDI file?

The file with the extension IDI is the Misc Files file type. It was designed by Siemens Product Lifecycle Management Software Inc.. Misc Files consists of 6033 similar files. I-DEAS Web Access is supported by 1 operating systems. These systems consist of , although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. The I-DEAS application is recommended to open the file. It was released by Siemens Product Lifecycle Management Software Inc..

How to open IDI file?

The most common problem when using I-DEAS Web Access is that a specific IDI is not associated with the program. This is manifested by the fact that IDI 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 IDI 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 I-DEAS

The first step is to check if the computer has the I-DEAS program installed. This can be achieved by typing I-DEAS into the operating system search engine. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Below is a list of programs that support the file IDI.

Programs to open IDI file

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

Step 2. Create association of I-DEAS with IDI files

However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the IDI file to open in the I-DEAS application, but you can set it manually. 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. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the IDI file with the I-DEAS application.

Step 3. Update I-DEAS to the latest version

If, despite the association of the I-DEAS program with the I-DEAS Web Access file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the Siemens Product Lifecycle Management Software Inc. page and install.

Step 4. Check for the following problems with the IDI 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:

Very often, the file may be size 0 or incomplete. This suggests truncating the IDI file contents when downloading or copying. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
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. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the IDI file that we want to open. Sometimes virus-infected IDI files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the IDI 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 this. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged IDI files. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact Siemens Product Lifecycle Management Software Inc.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted IDI files cannot be played on other computers than the one on which they were encrypted, they must be decrypted before using on another device.
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 IDI 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. Closing other programs should help. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the IDI file for a certain period of time. If this does not work either, restart the device.