Basic information about JBIG file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension JBIG（*.JBIG or *.jbig）, you do not need a computer expert. In most cases, using the helpful suggestions of experts contained in our website as well as appropriate programs, you can solve the problem with the JBIG file yourself.

There are 1 file types using the JBIG file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the JBIG file with their brief description and a list of programs that support JBIG file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the JBIG file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the JBIG file?
  • How to open a JBIG file?
  • What programs do I need to open a JBIG file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a JBIG file?
  • How to convert JBIG files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to JBIG file format?


1.Detail information about JBIG file extension: Joint Bi-level Image Group File

File type Joint Bi-level Image Group File Category Raster Image Files
Developer Joint Bi-level Image Group File format Binary
Description JBIG file is a Joint Bi-level Image Group File developed by Joint Bi-level Image Group. Bitonal image created in the JBIG format; stores a black and white (1-bit) raster graphic using lossless compression; compresses at a higher ratio than the CCITT Group 4 algorithm; commonly used for fax transmissions.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert JBIG files

Windows		 Newera Graphics Converter Pro
XnViewMP

macOS		 Newera Graphics Converter Pro
ToyViewer
XnViewMP



How to convert JBIG files to another file format?

There are 2 records in our database eligible for JBIG files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve JBIG to another files conversion, you may use the option.

JBIG to JPEG JBIG to JPG


How to convert another files to JBIG file format?

There are 1 records in our database eligible for another files to JBIG file format conversion. If you want to achieve another files to JBIG conversion, you may use the option.

NEF to JBIG


Can't open a JBIG file?

When you click a file to open it, operating system examines the filename extension. If operating system recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When operating system does not recognize a filename extension, you receive the following message:

”Can't open this file: example.JBIG”。

To open this file, you install one of the applications from the list of software programs that you found here, you should be able to open, edit or convert the file with the JBIG extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support JBIG file?

If you do not know where you can download the application from our list, click on the link (which is the name of the program), you will find more information there on the location where to download the required application. Most often they are the websites of software manufacturers.


How to change file associations?

  • Right-click a file with the extension whose association you want to change, and then click "Open With".
  • In the "Open With" dialog box, click the program whith which you want the file to open, or click "Browse" to locate the program that you want.
  • Select the ”Always use the selected program to open this kind of file” check box.


Can I change the extension of JBIG files?

Changing the filename extension of a file is not a good idea. When you change a file's extension, you change the way programs on your computer read/open the file. The problem is, changing the file extension does not change the file format. Select a software program from our list and install it on your computer. If the file has not opened correctly, you have to look for a different software program from our list. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.


What else may cause problems width open a JBIG file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a JBIG file on your computer may be at least several. The easiest thing is to find a suitable application installed on your computer, which will open a JBIG file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the JBIG file is damaged.
  • Whether the JBIG file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the JBIG file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the JBIG file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the JBIG file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a JBIG file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a JBIG file.

If the JBIG file still not working with your software after eliminating the above shortcomings? That means that the problem is more complex and requires the help of a specialist.