AFI File Extension

What is AFI file?

Full format name of files that use AFI extension is Aperio AFI Picture Image Format. AFI files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. AFI file format, along with 522 other file formats, belongs to the Raster Image Files category. Users are advised to use ImageScope software for managing AFI files, although 3 other programs can also handle this type of file. ImageScope software was developed by Leica Biosystems, and on its official website you may find more information about AFI files or the ImageScope software program.

Programs which support AFI file extension

The following listing features AFI-compatible programs. AFI files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Updated: 12/16/2021

How to open file with AFI extension?

Problems with accessing AFI may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with AFI files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with AFI files.

Step 1. Install ImageScope software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports AFI files installed on the system. The most obvious solution is to download and install ImageScope or one to the listed programs: Translator Professional, Bio-Formats, AOMEI Backupper. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading ImageScope installed is by going to developer’s website (Leica Biosystems) and downloading the software using provided links.

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

You still cannot access AFI files although ImageScope 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. The reason that ImageScope cannot handle files with AFI may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of ImageScope should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Aperio AFI Picture Image Format files with ImageScope

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate AFI files with latest version of ImageScope you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the AFI 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 ImageScope is installed, check the Always use this app to open AFI files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the AFI file and select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with AFI extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the AFI is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the AFI file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the AFI file for viruses or malware

If the AFI is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the AFI file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. AFI file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Ensure the file with AFI extension is complete and error-free

Did you receive the AFI 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. It could happen the the download process of file with AFI 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

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Aperio AFI Picture Image Format file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open ImageScope

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

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Aperio AFI Picture Image Format file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with AFI files affecting older versions of given software.

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