PHI File Extension

What is PHI file?

PHI is a file extension commonly associated with SPOCK PhiMap files. Jon A. Christopher defined the SPOCK PhiMap format standard. PHI files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. PHI file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. The most popular software that supports PHI files is SPOCK. SPOCK software was developed by Jon A. Christopher, and on its official website you may find more information about PHI files or the SPOCK software program.

Programs which support PHI file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support PHI files. Files with PHI suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with PHI extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening PHI files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to SPOCK PhiMap files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with PHI files.

Step 1. Get the SPOCK

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening PHI files is that no program that can handle PHI files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the SPOCK developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download SPOCK installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Jon A. Christopher website and download from their official repositories.

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

If the problems with opening PHI files still occur even after installing SPOCK, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of SPOCK is available. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. This can be one of the causes why PHI files are not compatible with SPOCK. The most recent version of SPOCK is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign SPOCK to PHI files

After installing SPOCK (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open PHI files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the PHI file
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the SPOCK installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open PHI files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the PHI file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select SPOCK and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with PHI extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

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

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the PHI file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

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

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the PHI 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. If the PHI 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.

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the SPOCK PhiMap file again.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run SPOCK

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with SPOCK PhiMap files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the PHI files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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