How to open PIC files? 4 simple methods of solving such problems
When you encounter a problem with an unknown PIC file and you do not know how to open such file, the first step you should take is to determine the cause of given problem. We will show you how to address most common problems with PIC files and how to solve them in 4 simple steps.
PIC File Extension
- File type Generic Picture Format
- File developer N/A
- File category Raster Image Files
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What is a(n) PIC file?
The PIC (Generic Picture Format) file format is a generic image format commonly used for bitmap images. It's typically used to store multiple images in a single file, allowing a range of images to be stored as one. It supports various levels of compression and is popular in the storage of desktop backgrounds, pictures, logos, and other simple graphic images.
The PIC format can be opened by a wide range of image editing programs like Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Paint, Gimp, or Inkscape. It's also supported by most web browsers and can be used for online publishing. Due to its generic nature, the PIC format is considered to be an ideal choice for storing graphical information in a small footprint.
How to open PIC file?
In some cases problems may occur when trying to open PIC files. Steps listed below can be helpful in addressing such problems.
Step 1 – Verify whether the file is properly associated with selected software
The first thing user should do is to associate application with PIC files. It may happen so that even when an application that supports PIC files is installed on the system it is not properly associated with this file format. This can be easily remedied by associating program with PIC files. In order to associate such files with given application, user must open the file menu (by right-clicking on the file) and choosing "Open with". A list of suggested applications will be displayed at the top part of menu. Next, select an application and confirm your choice by checking "Always use the selected application to open this kind of files" option. Confirm your selection by clicking OK.
In order to open PIC file, focus on steps 1 and 2
In majority of cases following instruction in step 1 and 2 should be enough to open files with PIC extension. Before attempting the next steps, test all the programs listed below.
Step 2 – Install a program that supports PIC files
Should it happen that the section with suggested programs is empty, it is most probable that no program supporting PIC files is installed on the system. Choose a program from the following list and install it:
Programs that support files with PIC extension
Step 3 – Check for other possible causes of errors
- Corrupted storage medium on which the PIC file is stored
- File data corruption or incompleteness (for example, due to incomplete download or copy process). In such case the file must be re-downloaded or properly copied and then opened again.
- Compatibility issues – check whether PIC extension is compatible with user’s operating system
- Administrative policy settings may prevent user from opening given file
Step 4 – Contact an expert
If you are still unable to open PIC file, you should contact an IT expert. You could also try to contact the developer of given software that supports PIC files. Appropriate website addresses can be found by clicking the name of given program in the list above.
