Tips to open JB2 file

Can't open the JB2 file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open JB2 files as well as a list of programs that support JB2 files.

JB2 file extension

File Name JBIG2 Image
File Developer Joint Bi-level Image Group
File Category Raster Image Files

The JB2 file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the JB2 files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the JB2 file on each system platform.

Operating systems
  • 4
  • 2
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

What is JB2 file?

The JB2 file has been categorized as Raster Image Files. The author of this format is Joint Bi-level Image Group. Additionally, the Raster Image Files category contains 522 of other files. JBIG2 Image appears on 2 operating systems as a functional file. The file will work on Mac OS, Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. Alternatively, you can use 5 other programs. You can use XnView, OmniPage, Graphics Converter Pro in case Converter Pro cannot be used.

How to open JB2 file?

The main problem with JBIG2 Image is that the JB2 file is incorrectly associated with programs. This is manifested by the fact that JB2 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 JB2 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 Converter Pro

An often overlooked issue is to make sure that Converter Pro is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name Converter Pro into the system search engine. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file JB2 with Converter Pro. Below you will find a list of applications that support JB2 files.

Step 2. Create association of Converter Pro with JB2 files

If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the JB2 file still does not use the Converter Pro program, it means no association. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. 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. Using the "Change" button we can set the program to handle this type. 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 JB2 file with the Converter Pro application.

Step 3. Update Converter Pro to the latest version

If, however, after binding Converter Pro with JBIG2 Image there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version.

Step 4. Check for the following problems with the JB2 file

The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. This could be due to the file itself, the cleanest issues are:

Very often, the file may be size 0 or incomplete. This suggests truncating the JB2 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 virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the JB2 file that we want to open. However, remember that not every infected JB2 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 JB2 files changes over time. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
There can be many reasons for the failure. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair JB2 file corruption.
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted file JB2 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. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. Copying the JB2 file to another location will fix the problem.
This problem usually affects more complex files. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Just close unnecessary programs. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the JB2 file again. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the JB2 file for a certain period of time. If this does not work either, restart the device.