SGI File Extension

What is SGI file?

SGI filename suffix is mostly used for Silicon Graphics Image Format files. Silicon Graphics Image Format format was developed by Silicon Graphics. Files with SGI extension may be used by programs distributed for Linux, Mac OS, Windows platform. Files with SGI extension are categorized as Raster Image Files files. The Raster Image Files subset comprises 522 various file formats. The most popular program for handling SGI files is PaintShop Pro, but users can choose among 8 different programs that support this file format.

Programs which support SGI file extension

The list that follows enumerates programs compatible with SGI files, divided into 3 categories based on operating system on which they are available. SGI 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 SGI extension?

Problems with accessing SGI may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Silicon Graphics Image Format 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 SGI files.

Step 1. Download and install PaintShop Pro

Problems with opening and working with SGI files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with SGI files being present on your machine. The most obvious solution is to download and install PaintShop Pro or one to the listed programs: ACDSee, QuickTime Player, XnView. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download PaintShop Pro installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of PaintShop Pro and update if needed

If you already have PaintShop Pro installed on your systems and SGI 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. If you have an older version of PaintShop Pro installed, it may not support SGI 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 PaintShop Pro.

Step 3. Associate Silicon Graphics Image Format files with PaintShop Pro

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate SGI files with latest version of PaintShop Pro you have installed on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the SGI with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where PaintShop Pro is installed, check the Always use this app to open SGI files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with SGI extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select PaintShop Pro and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with SGI extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the SGI for 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 SGI file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the SGI file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the SGI file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the SGI file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the SGI 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. If the SGI file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Silicon Graphics Image Format file.

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

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

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Silicon Graphics Image Format files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with SGI files affecting older versions of given software.

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