Help! I Can’t Open FIG Files!

There are many reasons why your FIG file might not open on your computer. If you have FIG files that don’t open when you double-click it, ask yourself the following questions...

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Do I have the right program?

If you don’t have a program installed on your computer that’s compatible with FIG files, you won’t be able to open one. See if you have one of the most common programs associated with FIG files listed below.

  • XFIG Graphic File
  • Cabri Figure
  • ATOS File
  • TeX Format File
  • Super Nintendo Game-console ROM Image
  • REND386/AVRIL Graphic
  • Lahey FORTRAN Linker Options
  • DeskMate Drawing
  • Geometry II Plus Figure
  • MATLAB Plot Figure File
  • xfig FIG Image File

What type of file is it?

When you can’t open FIG files, try to figure out the file type. This can help you find the right program to open it. Usually, FIG files are considered 3D Image Files. However, you can look up the file type to be sure. Start by right-clicking the file icon and clicking “Properties” (“More Info” if you’re on a Mac). Then look for the file type under “Type of File” (“Kind” on a Mac).

Can a developer help?

When you can’t open FIG files, a software developer might be able to help. The developers for the programs mentioned above are as follows:

Software Developer
XFIG Graphic File Unknown
Cabri Figure CABRILOG SAS.
ATOS File GOM mbH
TeX Format File Windows Programmer
Super Nintendo Game-console ROM Image Nintendo
REND386/AVRIL Graphic PC Software Company
Lahey FORTRAN Linker Options Windows Programmer
DeskMate Drawing Microsoft Programmer
Geometry II Plus Figure Cabrilog
MATLAB Plot Figure File The MathWorks Inc.
xfig FIG Image File PC Software Company

Try contacting one of these developers to find out how you can open your FIG file.

Can I use a universal file viewer?

A universal file viewer is the way to go when you have FIG files that can’t be opened by any other program. Install a universal file viewer like File Magic (Download) and see if it will open your FIG file. Remember that if your file is not compatible, the universal file viewer will only open it in binary format.


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