JP2_ File Extension

What is JP2_ file?

JP2_ filename suffix is mostly used for JPEG 2000 Picture Image Format files. Files with JP2_ extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. JP2_ file format, along with 522 other file formats, belongs to the Raster Image Files category. The most popular software that supports JP2_ files is XnView MP. On the official website of Pierre-Emmanuel Gougelet developer not only will you find detailed information about theXnView MP software, but also about JP2_ and other supported file formats.

Programs which support JP2_ file extension

The following listing features JP2_-compatible programs. JP2_ files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Updated: 11/25/2020

How to open file with JP2_ extension?

Being unable to open files with JP2_ extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with JP2_ 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 JP2_ files.

Step 1. Install XnView MP software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports JP2_ files installed on the system. To address this issue, go to the XnView MP developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support JP2_ files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading XnView MP installed is by going to developer’s website (Pierre-Emmanuel Gougelet) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of XnView MP

You still cannot access JP2_ files although XnView MP 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. If you have an older version of XnView MP installed, it may not support JP2_ format. The most recent version of XnView MP is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open JP2_ files to XnView MP

After installing XnView MP (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open JP2_ files. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the JP2_ file and choose 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 XnView MP is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open JP2_ files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with JP2_ extension, 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....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with JP2_ extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the JP2_ is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the JP2_ file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. The JP2_ may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the JP2_ is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. 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 JP2_ file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the JP2_ 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. If the JP2_ 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. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open XnView MP

If the systems has insufficient resources to open JP2_ files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with JPEG 2000 Picture Image Format files. It may be the case that the JP2_ files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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