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Basic information about BIT file

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

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


1.Detail information about BIT file extension: FinalCrypt Encrypted Data File

File type FinalCrypt Encrypted Data File Category Encoded Files
Developer Ron de Jong File format Text and Binary
Description BIT file is a FinalCrypt Encrypted Data File developed by Ron de Jong. A BIT file is an encrypted data file created by FinalCrypt, a program used to encrypt and decrypt personal files. It contains a file, such as a .JPG image or .WMV video, that has been encrypted for security purposes.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert BIT files

Windows		 FinalCrypt

macOS		 FinalCrypt

Linux		 FinalCrypt


2.Detail information about BIT file extension: Xilinx Bitstream File

File type Xilinx Bitstream File Category CAD Files
Developer Xilinx File format Binary
Description BIT file is a Xilinx Bitstream File developed by Xilinx.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert BIT files

Windows		 Xilinx ISE Design Suite


3.Detail information about BIT file extension: X11 Bitmap Picture

File type X11 Bitmap Picture Category Raster Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description BIT file is a X11 Bitmap Picture.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert BIT files

Linux		 Linux operating systems
Unix


4.Detail information about BIT file extension: DROPS Simulator Drillbit File

File type DROPS Simulator Drillbit File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description BIT file is a DROPS Simulator Drillbit File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert BIT files


5.Detail information about BIT file extension: Worms Imported Map File

File type Worms Imported Map File Category Game Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description BIT file is a Worms Imported Map File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert BIT files

Windows		 Worms Armageddon



Can't open a BIT 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.BIT”。

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 BIT extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the BIT 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.