HPI File Extension

What is HPI file?

HPI filename suffix is mostly used for Hemera Photo Objects Image Format files. Hemera defined the Hemera Photo Objects Image Format format standard. Files with HPI extension may be used by programs distributed for Mac OS, Windows platform. HPI file format, along with 522 other file formats, belongs to the Raster Image Files category. HPI Converter supports HPI files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 2 other tools may also be used.

Programs which support HPI file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open HPI files divided into 2 categories according to system platform supported. Files with HPI 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 HPI extension?

Problems with accessing HPI may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Hemera Photo Objects Image Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install HPI Converter software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports HPI files installed on the system. This one is an easy one. Select HPI Converter or one of the recommended programs (for example, XnView) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support HPI files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit HPI Converter website and download the installer.

Step 2. Update HPI Converter to the latest version

If the problems with opening HPI files still occur even after installing HPI Converter, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of HPI Converter is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. This can be one of the causes why HPI files are not compatible with HPI Converter. The most recent version of HPI Converter is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open HPI files to HPI Converter

If you have the latest version of HPI Converter installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage HPI on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the HPI file
• 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 HPI Converter installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open HPI files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected HPI file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with HPI extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the HPI for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the HPI file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the HPI file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the HPI 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 HPI file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

If the HPI 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 HPI 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

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Hemera Photo Objects Image Format file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open HPI Converter

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support HPI files. Close all running programs and try opening the HPI file.

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 Hemera Photo Objects Image Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the HPI files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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