Tips to open JPG_THUMB file

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

JPG_THUMB file extension

File Name JPG Thumbnail Image Format
File Category Raster Image Files

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

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What is JPG_THUMB file?

The JPG_THUMB file has been categorized as Raster Image Files. Additionally, the Raster Image Files category contains 522 of other files. JPG Thumbnail Image Format appears on 1 operating systems as a functional file. Although it can be found with greater or lesser success on any operating system, it will only be useful on Windows. The XnView MP application is recommended to open the file. It was released by Pierre-Emmanuel Gougelet.

How to open JPG_THUMB file?

The main problem with JPG Thumbnail Image Format is that the JPG_THUMB file is incorrectly associated with programs. This is manifested by the fact that JPG_THUMB 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 JPG_THUMB 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 XnView MP

In this case, you should first verify that the XnView MP application is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name XnView MP 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 JPG_THUMB with XnView MP. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open JPG_THUMB files.

Programs to open JPG_THUMB file

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

Step 2. Create association of XnView MP with JPG_THUMB files

If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the JPG_THUMB file still does not use the XnView MP program, it means no association. The association can be created using the drop-down list available by right-clicking on the file and selecting 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. 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. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the JPG_THUMB file with the XnView MP program.

Step 3. Update XnView MP to the latest version

The fault may also lie with the XnView MP program, it is possible that JPG Thumbnail Image Format requires a newer version of the program. This can be done using the application (if it provides such options) or from the Pierre-Emmanuel Gougelet website and install the latest version.

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

Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. File problems can be divided into the following:

The JPG_THUMB file may be unusually small compared to the original file. Usually this applies to JPG_THUMB files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. 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. If this is not possible, you can use the online scanner. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the JPG_THUMB file that we want to open. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover JPG_THUMB files, which are deleted if there is a backup of this file, then after restoring it, it must also be scanned.
Older version of JPG_THUMB 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.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair JPG_THUMB file corruption. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted JPG_THUMB 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. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. It is best to move JPG_THUMB to a different directory.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file JPG_THUMB to close. However, some background programs may block the JPG_THUMB file while scanning. If the problem persists, restart the machine.