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Basic information about HIS file

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

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


1.Detail information about HIS file extension: RMCProfile File

File type RMCProfile File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description HIS file is a RMCProfile File. The his file extension is associated with Insight II a research environment for Microsoft Windows operating system developed by Accelrys Software Inc.

The his file stores dynamics trajectory history data. Insight II was replaced by Biovia Insight.

This his file type entry was marked as obsolete and no longer supported file format.

This type of file is no longer actively used and is most likely obsolete. This is typically the case for system files in old operating systems, file types from long discontinued software, or previous versions of certain file types (like documents, projects etc.) that were replaced in higher versions of their original programs.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert HIS files

Windows		 RMCProfile


2.Detail information about HIS file extension: FindinSite Database Definition File

File type FindinSite Database Definition File Category Database Files
Developer PHDCC File format N/A
Description HIS file is a FindinSite Database Definition File developed by PHDCC.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert HIS files

Windows		 PHDCC FindinSite-CD
PHDCC FindinSite-MS
PHDCC FindinSite-JS


3.Detail information about HIS file extension: Insight II Dynamics Trajectory History

File type Insight II Dynamics Trajectory History Category Page Layout Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description HIS file is a Insight II Dynamics Trajectory History.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert HIS files

Linux		 Insight II


4.Detail information about HIS file extension: SOBEK Simulation History File

File type SOBEK Simulation History File Category Page Layout Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description HIS file is a SOBEK Simulation History File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert HIS files

Windows		 SOBEK



Can't open a HIS 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.HIS”。

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 HIS extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the HIS 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.