JFI File Extension

What is JFI file?

JFI is a file extension commonly associated with JPEG Format Interchange Image files. JPEG Format Interchange Image format was developed by Joint Photographic Experts Group. JFI files are supported by software applications available for devices running Linux, Mac OS, Windows. JFI file belongs to the Raster Image Files category just like 522 other filename extensions listed in our database. Users are advised to use Adobe Photoshop software for managing JFI files, although 8 other programs can also handle this type of file. Adobe Photoshop software was developed by Adobe Systems Incorporated, and on its official website you may find more information about JFI files or the Adobe Photoshop software program.

Programs which support JFI file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 3 operating systems that support JFI files. Files with JFI 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 JFI extension?

Being unable to open files with JFI extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with JFI 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 JFI files.

Step 1. Download and install Adobe Photoshop

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening JFI files is that no program that can handle JFI files is installed on user’s system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing Adobe Photoshop or different compatible program, such as CorelDRAW, PaintShop Pro, XnView. 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 Adobe Photoshop website and download the installer.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Adobe Photoshop

If the problems with opening JFI files still occur even after installing Adobe Photoshop, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Adobe Photoshop is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. If you have an older version of Adobe Photoshop installed, it may not support JFI format. The most recent version of Adobe Photoshop is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate JPEG Format Interchange Image files with Adobe Photoshop

If you have the latest version of Adobe Photoshop installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage JFI on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the JFI with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Adobe Photoshop is installed, check the Always use this app to open JFI files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the JFI file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• 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 JFI extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the JFI for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the JFI file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

Should it happed that the JFI 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 JFI file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

Did you receive the JFI file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. 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 JFI 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.

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 JPEG Format Interchange Image file again.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Adobe Photoshop

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

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 JPEG Format Interchange Image file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle JFI files.

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