X-PNG File Extension

What is X-PNG file?

Full format name of files that use X-PNG extension is Portable (Public) Network Graphic Bitmap. Portable (Public) Network Graphic Bitmap format was developed by Boris Eyrich. X-PNG file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. X-PNG file format, along with 524 other file formats, belongs to the Graphic Files category. Artweaver is by far the most used program for working with X-PNG files. Artweaver software was developed by Boris Eyrich, and on its official website you may find more information about X-PNG files or the Artweaver software program.

Programs which support X-PNG file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support X-PNG files. Files with X-PNG 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 X-PNG extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening X-PNG files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with X-PNG extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with X-PNG files.

Step 1. Install Artweaver software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports X-PNG files installed on the system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Artweaver. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading Artweaver installed is by going to developer’s website (Boris Eyrich) and downloading the software using provided links.

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

If you already have Artweaver installed on your systems and X-PNG 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 The reason that Artweaver cannot handle files with X-PNG may be that the software is outdated.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 Artweaver.

Step 3. Assign Artweaver to X-PNG files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate X-PNG files with latest version of Artweaver you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the X-PNG file and choose Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Artweaver is installed, check the Always use this app to open X-PNG files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with X-PNG extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select Artweaver and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with X-PNG extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the X-PNG for errors

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

1. Verify that the X-PNG in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the X-PNG 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 X-PNG file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Ensure the file with X-PNG extension is complete and error-free

If the X-PNG file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. If the X-PNG file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Portable (Public) Network Graphic Bitmap file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle Artweaver

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

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 Portable (Public) Network Graphic Bitmap file. It may be the case that the X-PNG files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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