Basic information about MI file

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

There are 4 file types using the MI file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the MI file with their brief description and a list of programs that support MI file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the MI file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the MI file?
  • How to open a MI file?
  • What programs do I need to open a MI file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a MI file?
  • How to convert MI files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to MI file format?


1.Detail information about MI file extension: Mental Ray Scene File

File type Mental Ray Scene File Category 3D Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description MI file is a Mental Ray Scene File. The mi file extension is associated with CoCreate, an environment for 3D and 2D CAD design. CAD Computer-aided design is the use of computer technology for the design of objects, real or virtual. 

The mi file contains 3D drawing created in the program.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert MI files

Windows		 Autodesk Mental Ray


2.Detail information about MI file extension: AutoVue Graphic Plugin

File type AutoVue Graphic Plugin Category Misc Files
Developer Oracle Corporation File format N/A
Description MI file is a AutoVue Graphic Plugin developed by Oracle Corporation.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert MI files

Windows		 AutoVue


3.Detail information about MI file extension: Winamp MAKI Scripting Library

File type Winamp MAKI Scripting Library Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description MI file is a Winamp MAKI Scripting Library.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert MI files

Windows		 Winamp


4.Detail information about MI file extension: CoCreate CAD Drawing

File type CoCreate CAD Drawing Category 3D Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description MI file is a CoCreate CAD Drawing.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert MI files

Windows		 CoCreate



How to convert MI files to another file format?

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

MI to DWG MI to DXF


How to convert another files to MI file format?

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

DXF to MI


Can't open a MI 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.MI”。

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 MI extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the MI 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.