Basic information about NEO file

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

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


1.Detail information about NEO file extension: NeoChrome Bitmap Image

File type NeoChrome Bitmap Image Category Raster Image Files
Developer Atari File format Binary
Description NEO file is a NeoChrome Bitmap Image developed by Atari. Raster graphic created by NeoChrome, an early image-editing program used by the Atari ST and TT systems; supports color images and animated frames; can still be opened in some image viewing and conversion programs.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert NEO files

Windows		 Newera Graphics Converter Pro
XnViewMP
Piotr Fusik RECOIL

macOS		 XnViewMP
Piotr Fusik RECOIL

Linux		 XnViewMP

Android		 Piotr Fusik RECOIL

Web		 Piotr Fusik RECOIL



Can't open a NEO 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.NEO”。

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 NEO extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the NEO 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.