FIZ File Extension

What is FIZ file?

FIZ is a file extension commonly associated with FITS Graphics files. FIZ file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with FIZ extension are categorized as Graphic Files files. The Graphic Files subset comprises 524 various file formats. The most popular software that supports FIZ files is FITSview.

Programs which support FIZ file extension

Programs that can handle FIZ files are as follows. FIZ files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with FIZ extension?

Being unable to open files with FIZ extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with FIZ extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install FITSview software

Problems with opening and working with FIZ files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with FIZ files being present on your machine. To address this issue, go to the FITSview developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support FIZ files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading FITSview installed is by going to developer’s website () and downloading the software using provided links.

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

You still cannot access FIZ files although FITSview is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of FITSview installed, it may not support FIZ format. The most recent version of FITSview is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign FITSview to FIZ files

If you have the latest version of FITSview installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage FIZ on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the FIZ file and choose Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where FITSview is installed, check the Always use this app to open FIZ files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected FIZ file open the file menu and choose Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select FITSview and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with FIZ extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the FIZ for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the FIZ file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the FIZ file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the FIZ is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the FIZ file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the FIZ file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

Did you receive the FIZ file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. If the FIZ file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the FITS Graphics file again.

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

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

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with FITS Graphics files. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle FIZ files.

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