Tips to open TARGA file
Can't open the TARGA file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open TARGA files as well as a list of programs that support TARGA files.
TARGA file extension
| File Name |
Truevision TarGA Bitmap Image |
| File Category |
Graphic Files |
The TARGA file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the TARGA files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the TARGA file on each system platform.
What is TARGA file?
The file in the TARGA format belongs to the Graphic Files category. Additionally, the Graphic Files category contains 524 of other files. Truevision TarGA Bitmap Image is most often found on 1 operating systems. Although it can be found with greater or lesser success on any operating system, it will only be useful on Windows. It is recommended to use XnView to handle this file. This is a program created by Pierre-Emmanuel Gougelet.
How to open TARGA file?
The main problem with Truevision TarGA Bitmap Image is that the TARGA file is incorrectly associated with programs. This is manifested by the fact that TARGA 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 TARGA 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
In this case, you should first verify that the XnView application is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing XnView into the operating 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 TARGA files.
Programs to open TARGA file
Remember to download programs supporting TARGA files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of XnView with TARGA files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the TARGA file still does not use the XnView program, it means no association. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select Properties. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Using the "Change" button we can select the desired program. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. The "always use the selected program ..." field will set the XnView application as the default for handling the TARGA file.
Step 3. Update XnView to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the XnView program, it is possible that Truevision TarGA Bitmap Image 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 TARGA file
Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not 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 TARGA file contents when downloading or copying. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file TARGA or the program directory. Sometimes virus-infected TARGA files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the TARGA 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. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged TARGA files. You can restore the file from a backup or use N/A help.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted TARGA 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 TARGA to a different directory.
This problem usually affects more complex files. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file TARGA to close. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the TARGA file for a certain period of time. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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