DIMG File Extension

What is DIMG file?

DIMG filename suffix is mostly used for Mac Disk Image files. DIMG file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Mac OS system platform. DIMG file belongs to the Disk Image Files category just like 203 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular software that supports DIMG files is Mac OS X. Mac OS X software was developed by Apple, Inc., and on its official website you may find more information about DIMG files or the Mac OS X software program.

Programs which support DIMG file extension

Programs that can handle DIMG files are as follows. DIMG files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with DIMG extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening DIMG files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Mac Disk Image files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Download and install Mac OS X

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening DIMG files is that no program that can handle DIMG files is installed on user’s system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Mac OS X. 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 Mac OS X website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of Mac OS X and update if needed

If the problems with opening DIMG files still occur even after installing Mac OS X, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Mac OS X is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of Mac OS X installed, it may not support DIMG format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Mac OS X.

Step 3. Assign Mac OS X to DIMG files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate DIMG files with latest version of Mac OS X you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the DIMG file and choose Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Mac OS X installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open DIMG files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with DIMG extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with DIMG extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the DIMG for 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 DIMG file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. The DIMG may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the DIMG is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the DIMG file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. DIMG file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the DIMG file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. When downloading the file with DIMG extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

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 Mac Disk Image file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Mac OS X

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

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Mac Disk Image file. It may be the case that the DIMG files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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