Tips to open PSID file

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

PSID file extension

File Name PostScript Image Data Format
File Developer Adobe Systems
File Category Vector Image Files

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

Operating systems
  • 3
  • 3
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

What is PSID file?

The file in the PSID format belongs to the Vector Image Files category. The creator of this file is Adobe Systems. Vector Image Files consists of 138 similar files. PostScript Image Data Format appears on 2 operating systems as a functional file. The file will work on Mac OS, Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The main program that supports this format is Adobe Illustrator. This was created by Adobe Systems Incorporated. There are also 5 alternative programs to handle the PSID file. The Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Photoshop programs will also handle the file when the Adobe Illustrator program does not fulfill its role.

How to open PSID file?

The main problem with PostScript Image Data Format is that the PSID file is incorrectly associated with programs. Thus, when you open PSID, 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 PSID 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 Adobe Illustrator

In this case, you should first verify that the Adobe Illustrator application is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name Adobe Illustrator into the 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 PSID files.

Step 2. Create association of Adobe Illustrator with PSID files

If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the PSID file still does not use the Adobe Illustrator program, it means no association. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select Properties. 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. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. 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. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the PSID file with the Adobe Illustrator program.

Step 3. Update Adobe Illustrator to the latest version

The fault may also lie with the Adobe Illustrator program, it is possible that PostScript Image Data Format requires a newer version of the program. This can be done using the application (if it provides such options) or from the Adobe Systems Incorporated website and install the latest version.

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

Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. The most common file problems are:

Very often, the file may be size 0 or incomplete. This suggests truncating the PSID file contents when downloading or copying. The file should be downloaded again, making sure that the process has finished correctly.
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. If this is not possible, you can use the online scanner. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the PSID file that we want to open. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover PSID 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 PSID file. 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. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged PSID files. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact Adobe Systems
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted PSID files can be used by the device on which they were encrypted, on any other device it is required to have the appropriate cryptographic key and decrypt the file before its recovery.
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 PSID file to another location will fix the problem.
This problem usually affects more complex files. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Just close unnecessary programs. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the PSID 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.