GIP File Extension

What is GIP file?

GIP filename suffix is mostly used for Ghost Installer Package files. Ghost Installer Package specification was created by Ethanole Solutions. Files with GIP extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. GIP file format, along with 619 other file formats, belongs to the Archive Files category. The most popular software that supports GIP files is Ghost Installer. On the official website of Ethanole Solutions developer not only will you find detailed information about theGhost Installer software, but also about GIP and other supported file formats.

Programs which support GIP file extension

Programs that can handle GIP files are as follows. Files with GIP 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 GIP extension?

Problems with accessing GIP may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with GIP extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with GIP files.

Step 1. Download and install Ghost Installer

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening GIP files is that no program that can handle GIP files is installed on user’s system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Ghost Installer. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading Ghost Installer installed is by going to developer’s website (Ethanole Solutions) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of Ghost Installer and update if needed

If you already have Ghost Installer installed on your systems and GIP files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that Ghost Installer cannot handle files with GIP may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of Ghost Installer should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Ghost Installer to GIP files

If you have the latest version of Ghost Installer installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage GIP on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the GIP file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Ghost Installer is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open GIP files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with GIP 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....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with GIP extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the GIP 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 GIP file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the GIP file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the GIP is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the scanner detected that the GIP file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Ensure the file with GIP extension is complete and error-free

If you obtained the problematic GIP file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. If the GIP file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Ghost Installer Package file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle Ghost Installer

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with GIP extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Ghost Installer Package files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with GIP files affecting older versions of given software.

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