RGB File Extension

What is RGB file?

Full format name of files that use RGB extension is RGB Bitmap. RGB Bitmap specification was created by SGI. RGB files are supported by software applications available for devices running Linux, Mac OS, Windows. Files with RGB extension are categorized as Raster Image Files files. The Raster Image Files subset comprises 522 various file formats. The most popular program for handling RGB files is ACDSee, but users can choose among 8 different programs that support this file format.

Programs which support RGB file extension

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

Problems with accessing RGB may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to RGB Bitmap files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Download and install ACDSee

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports RGB files installed on the system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing ACDSee or different compatible program, such as Canvas, GIMP, XnView. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support RGB files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download ACDSee installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit website and download from their official repositories.

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

If the problems with opening RGB files still occur even after installing ACDSee, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of ACDSee 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 ACDSee installed, it may not support RGB format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using ACDSee.

Step 3. Set the default application to open RGB files to ACDSee

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate RGB files with latest version of ACDSee you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the RGB file and choose Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where ACDSee is installed, check the Always use this app to open RGB files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with RGB extension, select 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
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with RGB extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Ensure that the RGB file is complete and free of errors

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper RGB file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Verify that the RGB in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the RGB 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. If the scanner detected that the RGB file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Verify that the RGB file’s structure is intact

If you obtained the problematic RGB file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. 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. If the RGB file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the RGB Bitmap file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle ACDSee

If the systems has insufficient resources to open RGB 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 RGB Bitmap files. It may be the case that the RGB files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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