TN3 File Extension

What is TN3 file?

TN3 is an animated bitmap image file format used by Atari ST computer. TN3 files contains animated graphics comprised of many bitmap frames, and information about sequence speed and duration of animation.

Additional information

TN3 file are used for playing high-resolution animations. Atari ST also used low-quality animation (TN1) and medium-resolution animation (TN2) formats. TN3 was developed for Atari ST in the late 1980s and was used for another decade.

Programs which support TN3 file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open TN3 files divided into 3 categories according to system platform supported. TN3 files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Updated: 03/28/2022

How to open file with TN3 extension?

Being unable to open files with TN3 extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with TN3 files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Download and install XnView

Problems with opening and working with TN3 files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with TN3 files being present on your machine. To address this issue, go to the XnView developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. If you want to download XnView installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Pierre-Emmanuel Gougelet website and download from their official repositories.

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

If you already have XnView installed on your systems and TN3 files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that XnView cannot handle files with TN3 may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of XnView should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open TN3 files to XnView

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate TN3 files with latest version of XnView you have installed on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the TN3 with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the 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 is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open TN3 files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the TN3 file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select XnView and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with TN3 extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the TN3 file is complete and free of errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the TN3 file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. The TN3 may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the TN3 file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the TN3 file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. TN3 file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Verify that the TN3 file’s structure is intact

If you obtained the problematic TN3 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. It could happen the the download process of file with TN3 extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

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

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run XnView

If the systems has insufficient resources to open TN3 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 Tiny High Resolution Image files. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle TN3 files.

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