Tips to open ZI file
Can't open the ZI file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open ZI files as well as a list of programs that support ZI files.
ZI file extension
| File Name |
Renamed Zip Format |
| File Developer |
PKWARE |
| File Category |
Compressed Files |
The ZI file is supported on 3 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the ZI files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the ZI file on each system platform.
What is ZI file?
The ZI file has been categorized as Compressed Files. The author of this format is PKWARE. Additionally, the Compressed Files category contains 236 of other files. Renamed Zip Format is most often found on 3 operating systems. These systems consist of Linux, Mac OS, Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. The main program that supports this format is StuffIt Deluxe. This was created by Smith Micro Software, Inc.. This file type can also be opened by 5 other programs. The WinZip, 7-Zip, WinRAR, StuffIt Expander programs will also handle the file when the StuffIt Deluxe program does not fulfill its role.
How to open ZI file?
The most common problem when using Renamed Zip Format is that a specific ZI is not associated with the program. This causes the file ZI to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. This problem can be easily remedied.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the ZI 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 StuffIt Deluxe
In this case, you should first verify that the StuffIt Deluxe application is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing StuffIt Deluxe into the operating system search engine. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file ZI with StuffIt Deluxe. Below is a list of programs that support the file ZI.
Programs to open ZI file
Remember to download programs supporting ZI files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of StuffIt Deluxe with ZI files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the ZI file still does not use the StuffIt Deluxe program, it means no association. 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. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the ZI file with the StuffIt Deluxe application.
Step 3. Update StuffIt Deluxe to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the StuffIt Deluxe program, it is possible that Renamed Zip Format requires a newer version of the program. In this case, use the Smith Micro Software, Inc. website or update the program from the application.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the ZI file
Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. The most common file problems are:
The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. This suggests truncating the ZI file contents when downloading or copying. 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. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the ZI file that we want to open. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover ZI files, which are deleted if there is a backup of this file, then after restoring it, it must also be scanned.
Older version of ZI file may not always be supported by the latest software version. On their websites, developers usually offer free solutions to such problems, e.g. in the form of a conversion program or an older version of the program.
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 ZI file corruption. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact PKWARE
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted ZI 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.
The operating system protects files in some locations (e.g. the root of the system partition) against unauthorized access. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. Copying the ZI file to another location will fix the problem.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. In this case, the ZI file is blocked by the first application to open it. Just close unnecessary programs. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file ZI to close. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the ZI file for a certain period of time. If this does not work either, restart the device.
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