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Basic information about SIF file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension SIF（*.SIF or *.sif）, 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 SIF file yourself.

There are 5 file types using the SIF file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the SIF file with their brief description and a list of programs that support SIF file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the SIF file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the SIF file?
  • How to open a SIF file?
  • What programs do I need to open a SIF file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a SIF file?
  • How to convert SIF files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to SIF file format?


1.Detail information about SIF file extension: Autodesk Spatial Index

File type Autodesk Spatial Index Category Database Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description SIF file is a Autodesk Spatial Index. The sif file extension is related to the apps developed by Autodesk.

Spatial indexes are used by spatial databases (databases which store information related to objects in space) to optimize spatial queries. Indexes used by non-spatial databases cannot effectively handle features such as how far two points differ and whether points fall within a spatial area of interest.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SIF files

Windows		 AutoCAD

macOS		 AutoCAD for Mac


2.Detail information about SIF file extension: Windows Setup Information File

File type Windows Setup Information File Category Settings Files
Developer Microsoft File format Text
Description SIF file is a Windows Setup Information File developed by Microsoft.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SIF files

Windows		 Microsoft Windows XP
Microsoft Notepad
Other text editor
Microsoft Windows NT 4.0


3.Detail information about SIF file extension: Synfig Studio Project

File type Synfig Studio Project Category Settings Files
Developer Synfig Studio Development Team File format XML
Description SIF file is a Synfig Studio Project developed by Synfig Studio Development Team.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SIF files

Windows		 Synfig Studio

macOS
 Synfig Studio

Linux		 Synfig Studio


4.Detail information about SIF file extension: ISIF Vector Data File

File type ISIF Vector Data File Category Vector Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description SIF file is a ISIF Vector Data File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SIF files


5.Detail information about SIF file extension: Super-IRG Font

File type Super-IRG Font Category Font Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description SIF file is a Super-IRG Font.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SIF files



Can't open a SIF 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.SIF”。

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 SIF extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support SIF 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 SIF 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 SIF file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a SIF 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 SIF file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

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

If the SIF 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.