1. FIG File Extension
2. What is a(n) FIG file?
3. How to open FIG file?

3.1 Download and install application that supports FIG files
1. 3.1.1 Programs that support FIG files
3.2 Verify whether FIG files are associated with appropriate software
3.3 Check FIG file for other errors

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FIG File Extension

File type Xfig Drawing
File developer Xfig
File category Vector Image Files
File popularity rating

What is a(n) FIG file?

FIG (Xfig Drawing) is an open source ASCII vector-based file format used for simple drawings. It has been designed to allow a wide variety of editing operations, making it suitable for desktop publishing applications. Images can be exported in multiple formats, including PostScript and web-friendly formats.

The FIG format stores data with Xfig commands which are all plain text. The files are easily editable and readable, allowing for modifications to the images using a text editor or programming language. The files can also easily be transferred between different computers and applications.

How to open FIG file?

If given user account does not have necessary permissions to open files with FIG extension, it is highly probable that no program that supports given files is installed on the users’ system. Below is a list of actions user should pursue in order to resolve most common problems.

Step 1. Download and install application that supports FIG files

After the application has been installed, the system should automatically open FIG files with given application. Below is the list of relevant programs along with operating systems they are available for:

Programs that support FIG files

Windows

WinFIG

Linux

Transfig

Step 2. Verify whether FIG files are associated with appropriate software

It is possible that an application that supports FIG files is not associated with such files. In such case, the program should by manually associated with FIG files (right-click on the file icon → Properties → General Tab → In submenu "Open with" and click on "Change" button. System will display a list of suggested programs that support FIG files. Choose the application by checking the box "Always use the selected application to open this kind of files". System will store this information in its registry and use it to open FIG files with the selected program.

Changing FIG file association in registry

File association for FIG files can be edited manually by editing appropriate entry in Windows System Registry. However, it is discouraged as it may introduce errors to registry if not done properly and may even damage the system.

Step 3. Check FIG file for other errors

FIG file was not copied properly from storage medium.
Antivirus application prevents opening FIG files. In that case it is recommended to exercise extreme caution and recover or delete infected FIG file. It is also advised to scan the entire system for malicious software and viruses with antivirus software.
For FIG files downloaded from the internet it is advised to check if the file has been downloaded completely and is not corrupted. If not, the file should be re-downloaded.

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