BNI File Extension

What is BNI file?

BNI filename suffix is mostly used for Blizzard Battle.Net Icon files. Blizzard Battle.Net Icon format was developed by Blizzard Entertainment, Inc.. BNI files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. Files with BNI extension are categorized as Graphic Files files. The Graphic Files subset comprises 524 various file formats. The most popular program for handling BNI files is Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos, but users can choose among 3 different programs that support this file format. Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos software was developed by Blizzard Entertainment, Inc., and on its official website you may find more information about BNI files or the Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos software program.

Programs which support BNI file extension

Programs that can handle BNI files are as follows. Files with BNI suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with BNI extension?

Being unable to open files with BNI extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with BNI extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Get the Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos

Problems with opening and working with BNI files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with BNI files being present on your machine. The most obvious solution is to download and install Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos or one to the listed programs: Diablo II, Diablo, Warcraft 2. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos website and download the installer.

Step 2. Update Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos to the latest version

You still cannot access BNI files although Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. This can be one of the causes why BNI files are not compatible with Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos.

Step 3. Associate Blizzard Battle.Net Icon files with Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate BNI files with latest version of Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the BNI file and choose Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open BNI files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the BNI file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with BNI extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the BNI file is complete and free of errors

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper BNI file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Verify that the BNI in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the BNI file hinders attempts to open it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the BNI file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Verify that the BNI file’s structure is intact

If the BNI file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. If the BNI file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Blizzard Battle.Net Icon file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos

If the systems has insufficient resources to open BNI files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Blizzard Battle.Net Icon files and ensure security of your device and operating system. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle BNI files.

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