XIMG File Extension

XIMG file icon

Extended GEM bitmap

What is a XIMG file?

The XIMG extension is related to Extended GEM bitmap and is classified in the Data Files category, which contains 6196 files.

XIMG files are supported by Windows, Mac OS and Linux. When working with XIMG files, you can rely on 2 programs, including Recoil and Ventura Publisher.

Programs that support XIMG files

How to open a XIMG file?

If you can’t open a XIMG file, it is usually because the necessary software is missing. To resolve the issue, select the right program from the list for your operating system. Then go to the official website of the developer, download the software, and install it.

Recoil and Ventura Publisher stand out as the preferred programs to manage XIMG files effectively. To get the latest version of Ventura Publisher, open the Corel website where a universal installer for all operating systems is available.

When you finish installing Ventura Publisher, the system will automatically launch XIMG files with it.

Set Ventura Publisher to open XIMG by default

Change default apps on Mac

  1. Right-click or use Control + Left-click on the desired XIMG file to access the file’s context menu;
  2. Choose "Open in Application" and click "Other";
  3. At the bottom of the window, you will see the "Enable" menu. It is already set to the default option, "Recommended Programs";
  4. Within this menu, select "All Programs" and then search for Ventura Publisher. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to make it the default program.

Set default programs for Windows

  1. Take the first step by right-clicking on your XIMG file. Next, select "Open With" and then choose "Choose another app" from the available options;
  2. Find the Ventura Publisher application in the pop-up window and select it as your preferred program;
  3. Select the "Always use this application" check box and click "OK" to save your selection as the default application for opening XIMG files.

Easy XIMG Troubleshooting

When facing challenges with XIMG files, simple adjustments in your software can often solve the problem. Find helpful troubleshooting guidance below.

How do I know if my XIMG file has been damaged?

XIMG data files that have become corrupted may display one or more of the following symptoms:

  • Error alerts occur when actions are performed on the file;
  • When opening the file, errors occur or the inability to access its contents;
  • Unexplained XIMG file size inflation;
  • Ventura Publisher or other programs stop responding or crash when trying to handle the file;

Why does Ventura Publisher quit or crash unexpectedly?

Lack of software updates is a possible reason behind Ventura Publisher crash. Keep your Corel products up to date by installing the latest updates.

Restarting your computer is often an effective solution to resolve various common problems. Therefore, it is recommended to do so before making any changes to the software configuration.

What methods can be used to repair a damaged XIMG file?

In a data recovery program, open the damaged XIMG file and select the "Repair" menu option. Allow the recovery process to complete, which will automatically repair the damaged data files.