GUN File Extension

What is GUN file?

Full format name of files that use GUN extension is Gunpaint Bitmap Image Format. Files with GUN extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. GUN file belongs to the Raster Image Files category just like 522 other filename extensions listed in our database. RECOIL is by far the most used program for working with GUN files. On the official website of Piotr Fusik and Adrian Matoga developer not only will you find detailed information about theRECOIL software, but also about GUN and other supported file formats.

Programs which support GUN file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support GUN files. GUN files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Updated: 02/19/2021

How to open file with GUN extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening GUN files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with GUN files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Get the RECOIL

Problems with opening and working with GUN files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with GUN files being present on your machine. The solution is straightforward, just download and install RECOIL. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support GUN files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading RECOIL installed is by going to developer’s website (Piotr Fusik and Adrian Matoga) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update RECOIL to the latest version

If the problems with opening GUN files still occur even after installing RECOIL, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of RECOIL is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. This can be one of the causes why GUN files are not compatible with RECOIL. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using RECOIL.

Step 3. Assign RECOIL to GUN files

After installing RECOIL (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open GUN files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the GUN with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where RECOIL is installed, check the Always use this app to open GUN files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with GUN extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with GUN extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the GUN for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the GUN file is valid. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Verify that the GUN in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the GUN file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the GUN file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the GUN file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Verify that the GUN file’s structure is intact

If the GUN file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. If the GUN file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Gunpaint Bitmap Image Format file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle RECOIL

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with GUN extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Gunpaint Bitmap Image Format file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with GUN files affecting older versions of given software.

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