File extension .RIF
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Corel Painter Raster Image Format | Corel | Raster Image Files |
The RIF file extension is associated with Painter, a raster image editing program created by Corel Corp.
The high-resolution, raster-based attribute of the RIF file format produces high-quality images featuring a depth of color, variable line widths, saturation, and transparency. It is similar to other Corel's graphics file formats, such as CDR, CMX and JPEG, based on the Windows RGB color system. RIF files are commonly used to store images for the primary purpose of photo adjustment, color correction and image manipulation.
Advantages of painter RIF
The RIF format is considered highly efficient as hundreds of bitmap-based images can be combined into one composite file. When compressing such file types, the size typically reduces with minimal quality loss. Furthermore, user interface functions like popups, zoom controls and effects animations are supported.
Though it is not widely used, RIF is one of the most popular graphic formats accepted by professional printing services for large-format output. In addition, it is often associated with other image file formats such as TIFF, PICT, .gif, .png, and .psd.
Programs for MAC system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .RIF) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .RIF extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .RIF file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .RIF extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .RIF extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .RIF file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .RIF file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .RIF file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .RIF file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .RIF file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines
Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
New technologies enthusiast, helping to solve problems with the files.
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