XJT File Extension

What is XJT file?

Full format name of files that use XJT extension is Compressed GIMP Image. The GIMP Team defined the Compressed GIMP Image format standard. Files with XJT extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with XJT extension are categorized as Graphic Files files. The Graphic Files subset comprises 524 various file formats. The most popular software that supports XJT files is GIMP. GIMP software was developed by The GIMP Team, and on its official website you may find more information about XJT files or the GIMP software program.

Programs which support XJT file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support XJT files. Files with XJT 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 XJT extension?

Being unable to open files with XJT extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Compressed GIMP Image files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install GIMP software

Problems with opening and working with XJT files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with XJT files being present on your machine. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download GIMP and install it on your device. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support XJT files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading GIMP installed is by going to developer’s website (The GIMP Team) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of GIMP and update if needed

If the problems with opening XJT files still occur even after installing GIMP, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software.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 The reason that GIMP cannot handle files with XJT may be that the software is outdated.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

Step 3. Associate Compressed GIMP Image files with GIMP

If you have the latest version of GIMP installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage XJT on your device. 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 XJT with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where GIMP is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open XJT files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with XJT extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• 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 XJT extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the XJT for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the XJT file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. The XJT may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the XJT 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 XJT file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the XJT 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. It could happen the the download process of file with XJT extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Compressed GIMP Image file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run GIMP

If the systems has insufficient resources to open XJT files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Compressed GIMP Image files and ensure security of your device and operating system. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle XJT files.

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