Tips to open PI3 file
Can't open the PI3 file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open PI3 files as well as a list of programs that support PI3 files.
PI3 file extension
| File Name |
Degas High Resolution Image Format |
| File Developer |
Degas |
| File Category |
Raster Image Files |
The PI3 file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the PI3 files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the PI3 file on each system platform.
What is PI3 file?
The file in the PI3 format belongs to the Raster Image Files category. It was designed by Degas. Additionally, the Raster Image Files category contains 522 of other files. Degas High Resolution Image Format is supported by 2 operating systems. Although it can be found with greater or lesser success on any operating system, it will only be useful on Mac OS, Windows. This file type can also be opened by 2 other programs. XnView will apply when it is not possible to use GraphicConverter.
How to open PI3 file?
The main problem with Degas High Resolution Image Format is that the PI3 file is incorrectly associated with programs. This is manifested by the fact that PI3 files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. How to solve such a problem?
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the PI3 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 GraphicConverter
In this case, you should first verify that the GraphicConverter application is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing GraphicConverter into the operating system search engine. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Below you will find a list of applications that support PI3 files.
Programs to open PI3 file
Remember to download programs supporting PI3 files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of GraphicConverter with PI3 files
However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the PI3 file to open in the GraphicConverter application, but you can set it manually. The association can be created using the drop-down list available by right-clicking on the file and selecting Properties. 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. 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 PI3 file with the GraphicConverter program.
Step 3. Update GraphicConverter to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the GraphicConverter program, it is possible that Degas High Resolution Image Format requires a newer version of the program.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the PI3 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 PI3 file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the PI3 file. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The computer may have fallen victim to a computer virus or hacker. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file PI3 or the program directory. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover PI3 files, which are deleted if there is a backup of this file, then after restoring it, it must also be scanned.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the PI3 file. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular PI3 file corruption.
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted file PI3 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.
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 PI3 file to another location will fix the problem.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. In this case, the PI3 file is blocked by the first application to open it. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the PI3 file again. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If the problem persists, restart the machine.
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