IFG File Extension

What is IFG file?

IFG is a file extension commonly associated with Samsung Mobile Phone Theme Graphic Format files. IFG files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. IFG file format, along with 522 other file formats, belongs to the Raster Image Files category. The most popular software that supports IFG files is Samsung PC Studio. Samsung PC Studio software was developed by Samsung Group, and on its official website you may find more information about IFG files or the Samsung PC Studio software program.

Programs which support IFG file extension

Programs that can handle IFG files are as follows. Files with IFG extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

Updated: 02/21/2020

How to open file with IFG extension?

Being unable to open files with IFG extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with IFG files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with IFG files.

Step 1. Download and install Samsung PC Studio

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening IFG files is that no program that can handle IFG files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the Samsung PC Studio developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy 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 Samsung PC Studio website and download the installer.

Step 2. Update Samsung PC Studio to the latest version

You still cannot access IFG files although Samsung PC Studio is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. The reason that Samsung PC Studio cannot handle files with IFG may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of Samsung PC Studio is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open IFG files to Samsung PC Studio

After installing Samsung PC Studio (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open IFG files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the IFG with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• 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 Samsung PC Studio is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open IFG files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with IFG extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select Samsung PC Studio and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with IFG extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the IFG 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 IFG file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the IFG file hinders attempts to open it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the scanner detected that the IFG file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

If you obtained the problematic IFG 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 IFG file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

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. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Samsung Mobile Phone Theme Graphic Format file again.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Samsung PC Studio

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

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Samsung Mobile Phone Theme Graphic Format files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with IFG files affecting older versions of given software.

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