PI2 File Extension

What is PI2 file?

PI2 filename suffix is mostly used for Portrait Innovations Photo files. Portrait Innovations Photo specification was created by Portrait Innovations. PI2 file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Mac OS, Windows system platform. PI2 file format, along with 522 other file formats, belongs to the Raster Image Files category. Users are advised to use Portrait Innovations proprietary software software for managing PI2 files, although 2 other programs can also handle this type of file.

Programs which support PI2 file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 2 operating systems that support PI2 files. Files with PI2 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.

How to open file with PI2 extension?

Being unable to open files with PI2 extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Portrait Innovations Photo files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with PI2 files.

Step 1. Download and install Portrait Innovations proprietary software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening PI2 files is that no program that can handle PI2 files is installed on user’s system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing Portrait Innovations proprietary software or different compatible program, such as XnView. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading Portrait Innovations proprietary software installed is by going to developer’s website () and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of Portrait Innovations proprietary software and update if needed

You still cannot access PI2 files although Portrait Innovations proprietary software is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that Portrait Innovations proprietary software cannot handle files with PI2 may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of Portrait Innovations proprietary software should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Portrait Innovations Photo files with Portrait Innovations proprietary software

If you have the latest version of Portrait Innovations proprietary software installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage PI2 on your device. 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 PI2 file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Portrait Innovations proprietary software installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open PI2 files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with PI2 extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with PI2 extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the PI2 for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the PI2 file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the PI2 file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the PI2 file hinders attempts to open it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. PI2 file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Ensure the file with PI2 extension is complete and error-free

Did you receive the PI2 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. It could happen the the download process of file with PI2 extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Portrait Innovations Photo file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Portrait Innovations proprietary software

If the systems has insufficient resources to open PI2 files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

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 Portrait Innovations Photo file. It may be the case that the PI2 files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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