PIX File Extension
Bitmap Image Format
- File Type pix
- Developer PCI Geomatics
- Popularity
- Application Ability Photopaint
- Category Raster Image Files
- Format Binary
What is a PIX file?
Files with the PIX extension are specifically tied to Bitmap Image Format, a Raster Image Files type, and there are 575 files in this category.
PIX files are supported by Windows, Linux and Mac OS. If you need to view a PIX file, you can use one of 8 programs, such as XnView, Recoil and ACDSee Photo Manager.
Programs that support PIX files
How to open a PIX file?
If you’re having difficulty opening a PIX file, it is often due to not having the correct software. To solve the problem, choose a compatible program from the list. Then follow the link to the official developer site, download the software, and install it on your device.
XnView, Recoil and ACDSee Photo Manager stand out as the preferred programs to manage PIX files effectively. To install the latest version of Ability Photopaint on your computer, visit the Ability Plus website where you can download the version available for all operating systems.
After installation, your operating system should automatically open PIX files with Ability Photopaint.
Set Ability Photopaint as the default PIX handler
Choose an app to open a file on Mac
- Right click or use Control + left click on the desired PIX file to launch the file options menu;
- Choose "Open in Application" and click "Other";
- Next, at the bottom of the window, you will see the "Enable" menu, in which "Recommended Programs" is selected by default;
- In this menu, select "All Programs", then find Ability Photopaint and check the box next to "Always open in the application."
Set default programs for Windows
- Start by right-clicking on your PIX file, then select "Open With" and continue by clicking "Choose another app" from the options provided;
- In the pop-up window, find and select the Ability Photopaint application from the available options;
- Make sure the "Always use this app" checkbox is checked and click "OK" to confirm your choice as the default app for opening PIX files.
Convert files to and from PIX
If you have trouble working with a PIX file, try converting it to JPG, JPEG, PDF or similar raster image files.
Be aware that converting a PIX file may reduce some features, but you can usually revert it to the original format.
Convert PIX to other file formats
Effective solutions for PIX file problems
There are some common issues with PIX files that can be resolved easily by making minor adjustments to your software. Below, you’ll find these issues along with practical troubleshooting tips.
What are the methods to detect if my PIX file has been corrupted?
PIX raster image files that have become corrupted may display one or more of the following symptoms:
- An unexplained increase in the size of the PIX file;
- Trying to work with the archive in Ability Photopaint or other programs causes instability or program crashes;
- The file does not open correctly or displays error messages;
- While working with the file, error alerts are encountered;
- The file exhibits poor performance during editing operations in BRL-CAD;
Why does Ability Photopaint crash?
Insufficient software updates can contribute to Ability Photopaint crash. To avoid this, make sure that you have installed the latest updates for Ability Plus products.
Restarting your computer can resolve numerous common problems, so it should be the initial step before changing any software-related settings.
How to repair a corrupted PIX file?
Open the damaged PIX file in a recovery program and select the "Repair" menu item to start the repair operation. Please wait patiently for the recovery process to finish as it will automatically repair the damaged raster image files.
How to edit a PIX file?
To make changes to PIX files, you need specialized software that allows both opening and editing the raster image files. Online PIX editors offer fewer capabilities than applications optimized for Bitmap Image Format.
Best PIX editors 2026
Based on these criteria, we have prepared a list of available PIX editors.
| PIX Editor Software | Developer | Platforms | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ability Photopaint | Ability Plus | Windows | 4.8 out of 5 (41 review) |
| PrintMaster | Encore | Windows, Mac OS, Linux | 4.5 out of 5 (38 reviews) |
| BRL-CAD | BRL-CAD | Windows, Mac OS, Linux | 4.2 out of 5 (37 reviews) |