AI4 File Extension

What is AI4 file?

Full format name of files that use AI4 extension is Generic Encapsulated PostScript Graphic. Generic Encapsulated PostScript Graphic format was developed by Adobe Systems Incorporated. Files with AI4 extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. AI4 file belongs to the Graphic Files category just like 524 other filename extensions listed in our database. Users are advised to use Adobe Illustrator software for managing AI4 files, although 2 other programs can also handle this type of file. Software named Adobe Illustrator was created by Adobe Systems Incorporated. In order to find more detailed information on the software and AI4 files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support AI4 file extension

The following listing features AI4-compatible programs. AI4 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 AI4 extension?

Being unable to open files with AI4 extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Generic Encapsulated PostScript Graphic files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Download and install Adobe Illustrator

Problems with opening and working with AI4 files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with AI4 files being present on your machine. This one is an easy one. Select Adobe Illustrator or one of the recommended programs (for example, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support AI4 files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download Adobe Illustrator installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Adobe Systems Incorporated website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of Adobe Illustrator and update if needed

If you already have Adobe Illustrator installed on your systems and AI4 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 Adobe Illustrator cannot handle files with AI4 may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of Adobe Illustrator is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open AI4 files to Adobe Illustrator

If you have the latest version of Adobe Illustrator installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage AI4 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 AI4 with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Adobe Illustrator installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open AI4 files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected AI4 file open the file menu and choose Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with AI4 extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Ensure that the AI4 file is complete and free of errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the AI4 file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the AI4 file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the AI4 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 AI4 file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Verify that the AI4 file’s structure is intact

If you obtained the problematic AI4 file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. If the AI4 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 Generic Encapsulated PostScript Graphic file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Adobe Illustrator

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with AI4 extension. In this case close the other applications.

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Generic Encapsulated PostScript Graphic files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with AI4 files affecting older versions of given software.

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