JB2 File Extension

What is JB2 file?

Full format name of files that use JB2 extension is JBIG2 Image. Joint Bi-level Image Group defined the JBIG2 Image format standard. Files with JB2 extension may be used by programs distributed for Mac OS, Windows platform. Files with JB2 extension are categorized as Raster Image Files files. The Raster Image Files subset comprises 522 various file formats. Converter Pro supports JB2 files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 5 other tools may also be used.

Programs which support JB2 file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open JB2 files divided into 2 categories according to system platform supported. JB2 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 JB2 extension?

Problems with accessing JB2 may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to JBIG2 Image files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with JB2 files.

Step 1. Download and install Converter Pro

Problems with opening and working with JB2 files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with JB2 files being present on your machine. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing Converter Pro or different compatible program, such as XnView, OmniPage, Graphics Converter Pro. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading Converter Pro installed is by going to developer’s website () and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update Converter Pro to the latest version

If you already have Converter Pro installed on your systems and JB2 files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. The reason that Converter Pro cannot handle files with JB2 may be that the software is outdated.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 Converter Pro.

Step 3. Associate JBIG2 Image files with Converter Pro

If you have the latest version of Converter Pro installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage JB2 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.

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the JB2 file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Converter Pro is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open JB2 files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with JB2 extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select Converter Pro and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with JB2 extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the JB2 file is complete and free of errors

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper JB2 file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the JB2 file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the JB2 file hinders attempts to open it. 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 JB2 file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Verify that the JB2 file’s structure is intact

Did you receive the JB2 file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. 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 JB2 extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access 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 JBIG2 Image file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Converter Pro

If the systems has insufficient resources to open JB2 files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with JBIG2 Image files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the JB2 files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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