Basic information about AIS file

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

There are 2 file types using the AIS file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the AIS file with their brief description and a list of programs that support AIS file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the AIS file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the AIS file?
  • How to open a AIS file?
  • What programs do I need to open a AIS file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a AIS file?
  • How to convert AIS files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to AIS file format?


1.Detail information about AIS file extension: ACDSee Image Sequence File

File type ACDSee Image Sequence File Category Raster Image Files
Developer ACD Systems File format Binary
Description AIS file is a ACDSee Image Sequence File developed by ACD Systems. Slideshow file created by ACDSee photo-editing software; contains a sequence of images, as well as transitions, timing settings, and effects; often used for compiling wedding photos or family vacation pictures.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert AIS files

Windows		 ACDSee Photo Editor 10
ACD Systems ACDSee 2018
ACDSee Photo Manager


2.Detail information about AIS file extension: Velvet Studio Instrument

File type Velvet Studio Instrument Category Audio Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description AIS file is a Velvet Studio Instrument.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert AIS files

Windows		 Velvet Development Velvet Studio



Can't open a AIS 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.AIS”。

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 AIS extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the AIS 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.