Basic information about FIF file

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

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


1.Detail information about FIF file extension: Fractal Image File

File type Fractal Image File Category Vector Image Files
Developer Interwoven Systems File format Binary
Description FIF file is a Fractal Image File developed by Interwoven Systems. Graphics file format developed by MediaBin, who was acquired by Interwoven Systems; stores an image with fractals, which are smaller graphics that can be repeated within an image and resized without losing image quality; used for fill textures or other repeatable patterns; also used to create high-definition prints.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert FIF files

Windows		 Adobe Photoshop with Genuine Fractals plug-in
XnView

macOS		 Adobe Photoshop with Genuine Fractals plug-in



How to convert FIF files to another file format?

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

FIF to TGA


Can't open a FIF 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.FIF”。

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 FIF extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the FIF 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.