IPH File Extension

What is IPH file?

Full format name of files that use IPH extension is InterPaint (Hires) Image Format. Files with IPH extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. IPH file format, along with 524 other file formats, belongs to the Graphic Files category. The most popular software that supports IPH files is XnView. XnView software was developed by Pierre-Emmanuel Gougelet, and on its official website you may find more information about IPH files or the XnView software program.

Programs which support IPH file extension

The following listing features IPH-compatible programs. Files with IPH 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 IPH extension?

Problems with accessing IPH may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to InterPaint (Hires) Image Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Get the XnView

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports IPH files installed on the system. To address this issue, go to the XnView developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support IPH files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download XnView installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Pierre-Emmanuel Gougelet website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update XnView to the latest version

If you already have XnView installed on your systems and IPH files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that XnView cannot handle files with IPH may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of XnView should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open IPH files to XnView

If you have the latest version of XnView installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage IPH 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

• Right-click the IPH file and choose Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where XnView is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open IPH files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the IPH file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select XnView and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with IPH extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

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

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the IPH file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Verify that the IPH in question is not infected with a computer virus

Should it happed that the IPH is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the IPH file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

If you obtained the problematic IPH 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. It could happen the the download process of file with IPH 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

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the InterPaint (Hires) Image Format file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle XnView

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

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

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

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