PJPEG File Extension

Progressive JPEG Image

File Type pjpeg
Popularity
4.9 (33 votes)
Application Adobe Photoshop
Category Raster Image Files
Format Binary

What is a PJPEG file?

The PJPEG extension is related to Progressive JPEG Image and is classified in the Raster Image Files category, which contains 575 files.

PJPEG file support extends to various operating systems, including Mac OS and Windows. There are 3 programs available to view a PJPEG file, including popular tools like Safari, Internet Explorer and Adobe Photoshop.

MIME types

image/x-citrix-pjpeg
image/pjpeg

Windows

Mac OS

How to open a PJPEG file?

If you are having trouble opening a PJPEG file, it usually means the right software is not installed. Choose a program from the list that matches your operating system. Next, visit the official website of the developer, download the software, and install it on your device.

Thanks to their popularity, Safari, Internet Explorer and Adobe Photoshop are often the go-to programs for managing PJPEG files. If you want the most recent release of Adobe Photoshop, head over to the Adobe site and download the version designed to run on all platforms.

After completing the installation, PJPEG files should be recognized by the system and linked to Adobe Photoshop.

Set Adobe Photoshop as your default PJPEG viewer

Set default app to open files on Mac

Right-click or Control + left-click on the desired PJPEG file to open a menu of available actions;
Choose "Open in Application" and click "Other";
In the lower section of the window, you’ll find the "Enable" menu, with "Recommended Programs" pre-selected as the default option;
Select "All Programs" in this menu, and then search for Adobe Photoshop. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to make sure it’s the default option.

Change a default app in Windows

To get started, right-click your PJPEG file, then choose "Open With" and select "Choose Another Application" from the context menu;
From the list of applications in the pop-up window, find and select Adobe Photoshop as your desired application;
Check the "Always use this app" checkbox, and then click "OK" to set your chosen app as the default for opening PJPEG files.

Solving Common PJPEG File Challenges

While PJPEG files can sometimes present difficulties, most problems can be resolved quickly with minor software modifications. Check the tips below to help solve them.

What Causes Adobe Photoshop to Crash Frequently?

Insufficient software updates are a likely cause of Adobe Photoshop crashes. Be sure to install the latest updates for Adobe products.

A simple restart of your computer can often fix many common problems, which is why it is the recommended first step before making any adjustments to your software settings.

How can I restore a damaged PJPEG file?

Start a data recovery program and open the damaged PJPEG file. Then, choose the "Repair" option from the menu. Allow the recovery process to complete, which will automatically repair the damaged raster image files.

How can I determine if my PJPEG file is damaged?

Characteristics of corrupted PJPEG raster image files can include:

Adobe Photoshop or other programs stop responding or crash when trying to handle the file;
Error notifications appear during file manipulation;
When opening the file, errors occur or the inability to access its contents;
Unexplained PJPEG file size inflation;
Editing the archive in Adobe Photoshop is hampered by poor overall performance;

How to edit a PJPEG file?

To modify PJPEG files, you need to install special software that makes it possible to open and edit raster image files. Online PJPEG editors are more restricted compared to software designed for Progressive JPEG Image.

Best PJPEG Editor Software in 2026

Taking the above factors into account, we have selected a list of PJPEG editors currently available.

PJPEG Editor Software	Developer	Platforms	Overall Rating
Adobe Photoshop	Adobe	Windows, Mac OS	4.9 out of 5 (47 reviews)

Convert files to and from PJPEG

If working with a PJPEG file is challenging, one solution is to convert it to formats like JPEG or other supported formats.

After converting a PJPEG file, some capabilities may be limited, but you can often convert it back to the original format.