XIMG File Extension

What is XIMG file?

Full format name of files that use XIMG extension is GEM Raster Format. Files with XIMG extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. XIMG file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. Users are advised to use Ventura Publisher software for managing XIMG files, although 2 other programs can also handle this type of file. On the official website of Corel Corporation developer not only will you find detailed information about theVentura Publisher software, but also about XIMG and other supported file formats.

Programs which support XIMG file extension

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

Updated: 07/30/2020

How to open file with XIMG extension?

Being unable to open files with XIMG extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with XIMG 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 XIMG files.

Step 1. Download and install Ventura Publisher

Problems with opening and working with XIMG files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with XIMG files being present on your machine. This one is an easy one. Select Ventura Publisher or one of the recommended programs (for example, RECOIL, IDV) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading Ventura Publisher installed is by going to developer’s website (Corel Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of Ventura Publisher and update if needed

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problems with opening XIMG files still occur even after installing Ventura Publisher, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software.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 The reason that Ventura Publisher cannot handle files with XIMG may be that the software is outdated.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

Step 3. Set the default application to open XIMG files to Ventura Publisher

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate XIMG files with latest version of Ventura Publisher 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

• Right-click the XIMG file and choose Open with option
• 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 Ventura Publisher installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open XIMG files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with XIMG extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select Ventura Publisher and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with XIMG extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the XIMG for errors

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper XIMG file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. The XIMG 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 XIMG file hinders attempts to open it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. XIMG file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

If the XIMG file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. 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. It could happen the the download process of file with XIMG extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

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 GEM Raster Format file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle Ventura Publisher

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

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with GEM Raster Format file. It may be the case that the XIMG files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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