MATTE File Extension

What is MATTE file?

Full format name of files that use MATTE extension is GIMP Data Format. MATTE file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Linux, Mac OS, Windows system platform. MATTE file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. Users are advised to use GIMP software for managing MATTE files, although 2 other programs can also handle this type of file. On the official website of The GIMP Team developer not only will you find detailed information about theGIMP software, but also about MATTE and other supported file formats.

Programs which support MATTE file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open MATTE files divided into 3 categories according to system platform supported. Files with MATTE 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: 01/08/2021

How to open file with MATTE extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening MATTE files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with MATTE files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install GIMP software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports MATTE files installed on the system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download GIMP and install it on your device. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support MATTE files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading GIMP installed is by going to developer’s website (The GIMP Team) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of GIMP and update if needed

If the problems with opening MATTE files still occur even after installing GIMP, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of GIMP is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. The reason that GIMP cannot handle files with MATTE may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using GIMP.

Step 3. Set the default application to open MATTE files to GIMP

After installing GIMP (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open MATTE files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

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 MATTE file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the GIMP installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open MATTE files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected MATTE file open the file menu and choose Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• 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 MATTE extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the MATTE for errors

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

1. Check the MATTE file for viruses or malware

If the MATTE is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the MATTE file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the MATTE file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

If the MATTE 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 MATTE 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. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the GIMP Data Format file again.

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

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

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with GIMP Data Format file. It may be the case that the MATTE files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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