PIGM File Extension

What is PIGM file?

Full format name of files that use PIGM extension is Packaged Indigo Renderer Material Format. Packaged Indigo Renderer Material Format format was developed by Glare Technologies. Files with PIGM extension may be used by programs distributed for Linux, Mac OS, Windows platform. PIGM file belongs to the 3D Image Files category just like 622 other filename extensions listed in our database. Users are advised to use Indigo Renderer software for managing PIGM files, although 3 other programs can also handle this type of file. On the official website of Glare Technologies Limited developer not only will you find detailed information about theIndigo Renderer software, but also about PIGM and other supported file formats.

Programs which support PIGM file extension

The list that follows enumerates programs compatible with PIGM files, divided into 3 categories based on operating system on which they are available. Files with PIGM extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

How to open file with PIGM extension?

Being unable to open files with PIGM extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with PIGM 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 Indigo Renderer software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening PIGM files is that no program that can handle PIGM files is installed on user’s system. This one is an easy one. Select Indigo Renderer or one of the recommended programs (for example, Indigo RT) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Indigo Renderer website and download the installer.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Indigo Renderer

If you already have Indigo Renderer installed on your systems and PIGM files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that Indigo Renderer cannot handle files with PIGM may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of Indigo Renderer is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open PIGM files to Indigo Renderer

After installing Indigo Renderer (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open PIGM files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the PIGM file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Indigo Renderer installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open PIGM files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected PIGM file open the file menu and choose Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select Indigo Renderer and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with PIGM extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the PIGM is not faulty

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

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

Should it happed that the PIGM is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. PIGM file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

If the PIGM 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. When downloading the file with PIGM extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

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 Packaged Indigo Renderer Material Format file.

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

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

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Packaged Indigo Renderer Material Format file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle PIGM files.

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