File Extension Library


.GIM File Extension

  • Developer by: Sony
  • Category: Raster Image Files
  • Format: Binary

What are .GIM files and how to open them?

Can't open .GIM file? Are you wondering what it contains? On our site we will explain to you what this file is, what it is used for and what software opens the .GIM file.

What is a .GIM file extension?

.GIM file extension is created by Sony. .GIM has been classified as Raster Image Files. The format of .GIM file is Binary.

.GIM is PlayStation Portable Image File

Image used by the PlayStation Portable (PSP), a portable gaming device created by Sony; contains an image, which supports 256 colors, a 32 color look-up table, and alpha channels; used to store previews and images of theme icons and other graphics.

GIM files are commonly found within PSP Theme Files (.PTF files). PTF files also support .PNG and .TGA images.

How to fix problems with .GIM files

  1. You need to update the application that you normally use to open .GIM files. Only the latest version of the software supports the current .GIM file format
  2. You need to check the .GIM file for viruses. To do this, you need to scan it with a popular antivirus (Norton, Nod32, Kaspersky, Dr.Web, etc.)