MIP File Extension

What is MIP file?

MIP is a file extension commonly associated with Multiple Image Print Format files. Corel defined the Multiple Image Print Format format standard. MIP files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. MIP file belongs to the Raster Image Files category just like 522 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular software that supports MIP files is PaintShop Pro.

Programs which support MIP file extension

Programs that can handle MIP files are as follows. MIP files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with MIP extension?

Problems with accessing MIP may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with MIP 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. Download and install PaintShop Pro

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening MIP files is that no program that can handle MIP files is installed on user’s system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install PaintShop Pro. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading PaintShop Pro installed is by going to developer’s website () and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of PaintShop Pro and update if needed

If you already have PaintShop Pro installed on your systems and MIP files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. This can be one of the causes why MIP files are not compatible with PaintShop Pro. The most recent version of PaintShop Pro is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign PaintShop Pro to MIP files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate MIP files with latest version of PaintShop Pro you have installed on your device. 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 MIP file and choose Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where PaintShop Pro is installed, check the Always use this app to open MIP files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the MIP file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select PaintShop Pro and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with MIP extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the MIP for errors

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

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

Should it happed that the MIP is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the MIP file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. MIP file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

Did you receive the MIP file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. When downloading the file with MIP extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative 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 Multiple Image Print Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle PaintShop Pro

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

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Multiple Image Print Format files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with MIP files affecting older versions of given software.

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