SPIFF File Extension

What is SPIFF file?

SPIFF is a file extension commonly associated with Still Picture Interchange Format files. Still Picture Interchange Format format was developed by Joint Photographic Experts Group. SPIFF file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Mac OS, Windows system platform. Files with SPIFF extension are categorized as Raster Image Files files. The Raster Image Files subset comprises 522 various file formats. Adobe Photoshop supports SPIFF files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 3 other tools may also be used. Adobe Photoshop software was developed by Adobe Systems Incorporated, and on its official website you may find more information about SPIFF files or the Adobe Photoshop software program.

Programs which support SPIFF file extension

The list that follows enumerates programs compatible with SPIFF files, divided into 2 categories based on operating system on which they are available. Files with SPIFF suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with SPIFF extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening SPIFF files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with SPIFF files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install Adobe Photoshop software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening SPIFF files is that no program that can handle SPIFF files is installed on user’s system. This one is an easy one. Select Adobe Photoshop or one of the recommended programs (for example, QuickTime Player) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support SPIFF files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading Adobe Photoshop installed is by going to developer’s website (Adobe Systems Incorporated) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update Adobe Photoshop to the latest version

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problems with opening SPIFF files still occur even after installing Adobe Photoshop, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software.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

Step 3. Associate Still Picture Interchange Format files with Adobe Photoshop

If you have the latest version of Adobe Photoshop installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage SPIFF on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the SPIFF with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Adobe Photoshop installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open SPIFF files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected SPIFF file open the file menu and choose Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with SPIFF extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the SPIFF is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the SPIFF file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the SPIFF file for viruses or malware

If the SPIFF is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the scanner detected that the SPIFF file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the SPIFF file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. It could happen the the download process of file with SPIFF extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Check whether your system can handle Adobe Photoshop

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support SPIFF files. Close all running programs and try opening the SPIFF file.

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Still Picture Interchange Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with SPIFF files affecting older versions of given software.

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