CII File Extension

What is CII file?

Full format name of files that use CII extension is Caesar II. Caesar II format was developed by Intergraph Corporation. CII files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. CII file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. CAESAR II is by far the most used program for working with CII files. CAESAR II software was developed by Intergraph Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about CII files or the CAESAR II software program.

Programs which support CII file extension

Programs that can handle CII files are as follows. Files with CII 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 CII extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening CII files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Caesar II 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. Get the CAESAR II

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening CII files is that no program that can handle CII files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download CAESAR II and install it on your device. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit CAESAR II website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of CAESAR II and update if needed

You still cannot access CII files although CAESAR II 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 The reason that CAESAR II cannot handle files with CII may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using CAESAR II.

Step 3. Associate Caesar II files with CAESAR II

If you have the latest version of CAESAR II installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage CII 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 CII with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• 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 CAESAR II installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open CII files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected CII file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• 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 CII extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the CII is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the CII file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

Should it happed that the CII 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. If the CII file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the CII file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. It could happen the the download process of file with CII extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative 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 Caesar II file.

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

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

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 Caesar II file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle CII files.

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