Tips to open TGI file
Can't open the TGI file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open TGI files as well as a list of programs that support TGI files.
TGI file extension
| File Name |
SimCity 4 |
| File Developer |
Maxis |
| File Category |
Game Files |
The TGI file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the TGI files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the TGI file on each system platform.
What is TGI file?
The file in the TGI format belongs to the Game Files category. It was designed by Maxis. Additionally, the Game Files category contains 1509 of other files. SimCity 4 is most often found on 1 operating systems. The file will work on Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The SimCity 4 application is recommended to open the file. It was released by Maxis.
How to open TGI file?
The main problem with SimCity 4 is that the TGI file is incorrectly associated with programs. This causes the file TGI to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the TGI 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 SimCity 4
An often overlooked issue is to make sure that SimCity 4 is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing SimCity 4 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 TGI files.
Programs to open TGI file
Remember to download programs supporting TGI files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of SimCity 4 with TGI files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the TGI file still does not use the SimCity 4 program, it means no association. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. 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. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the TGI file with the SimCity 4 application.
Step 3. Update SimCity 4 to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the SimCity 4 program, it is possible that SimCity 4 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 Maxis page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the TGI 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:
The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. This suggests truncating the TGI file contents when downloading or copying. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the TGI file that we want to open. Sometimes virus-infected TGI files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the TGI files changes over time. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
There can be many reasons for this. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair TGI file corruption. You can restore the file from a backup or use Maxis help.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted TGI 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 of the system directories are excluded from modification. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. If possible, you can try to move the TGI file to another location.
This problem usually affects more complex files. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Just close unnecessary programs. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If this does not work either, restart the device.
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