AI8 File Extension

What is AI8 file?

Full format name of files that use AI8 extension is Generic Encapsulated PostScript Graphic Format. Generic Encapsulated PostScript Graphic Format specification was created by Adobe Systems Incorporated. AI8 file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. AI8 file format, along with 524 other file formats, belongs to the Graphic Files category. The most popular program for handling AI8 files is Adobe Illustrator, but users can choose among 2 different programs that support this file format. Software named Adobe Illustrator was created by Adobe Systems Incorporated. In order to find more detailed information on the software and AI8 files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support AI8 file extension

The following listing features AI8-compatible programs. AI8 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 AI8 extension?

Being unable to open files with AI8 extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with AI8 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. Get the Adobe Illustrator

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening AI8 files is that no program that can handle AI8 files is installed on user’s system. The most obvious solution is to download and install Adobe Illustrator or one to the listed programs: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support AI8 files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Adobe Illustrator website and download the installer.

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

You still cannot access AI8 files although Adobe Illustrator is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. This can be one of the causes why AI8 files are not compatible with Adobe Illustrator. The latest version of Adobe Illustrator should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open AI8 files to Adobe Illustrator

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate AI8 files with latest version of Adobe Illustrator you have installed 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

• Clicking the AI8 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 AI8 files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the AI8 file and select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• 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 AI8 extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Ensure that the AI8 file is complete and free of errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the AI8 file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. The AI8 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 AI8 file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the AI8 file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. AI8 file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If you obtained the problematic AI8 file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. 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 AI8 file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

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 Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Adobe Illustrator

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support AI8 files. Close all running programs and try opening the AI8 file.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Generic Encapsulated PostScript Graphic Format files. It may be the case that the AI8 files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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