Tips to open P4I file
Can't open the P4I file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open P4I files as well as a list of programs that support P4I files.
P4I file extension
The P4I file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the P4I files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the P4I file on each system platform.
What is P4I file?
The P4I file has been categorized as Raster Image Files. Additionally, the Raster Image Files category contains 522 of other files. Commodore 16 Picture Image Format is most often found on 1 operating systems. The file will work on Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The main program that supports this format is RECOIL. This was created by Piotr Fusik and Adrian Matoga.
How to open P4I file?
The most common problem when using Commodore 16 Picture Image Format is that a specific P4I is not associated with the program. Thus, when you open P4I, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the P4I 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 RECOIL
An often overlooked issue is to make sure that RECOIL is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name RECOIL into the system search engine. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open P4I files.
Programs to open P4I file
Remember to download programs supporting P4I files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of RECOIL with P4I files
However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the P4I file to open in the RECOIL 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. Using the "Change" button we can select the desired program. 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 P4I file with the RECOIL application.
Step 3. Update RECOIL to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the RECOIL program, it is possible that Commodore 16 Picture Image Format requires a newer version of the program. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the Piotr Fusik and Adrian Matoga page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the P4I 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. Usually this applies to P4I files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The computer may have fallen victim to a computer virus or hacker. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our P4I file. However, remember that not every infected P4I file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the P4I 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.
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 option of recovering data from damaged P4I files. You can restore the file from a backup or use help.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted P4I 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. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. Copying the P4I file to another location will fix the problem.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the P4I file again. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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