File Extension Library


.PIC File Extension

  • Category: Raster Image Files
  • Format: Binary

What are .PIC files and how to open them?

Can't open .PIC 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 .PIC file.

What is a .PIC file extension?

.PIC file extension has been classified as Raster Image Files. The format of .PIC file is Binary

.PIC is Generic Picture File

Bitmap image created by IBM Lotus or a variety of other applications; possible programs include Advanced Art Studio, Micrografx Draw, and SoftImage 3D; should not be confused with the .PICT format.

List of all softwares that can open the Generic Picture File
Windows
Corel PaintShop Pro 2019
ACD Systems Canvas X 2019
ACD Systems ACDSee 2018
XnViewMP
Mac
Apple Preview
XnViewMP
Linux
XnViewMP
File Type 2:

Houdini Raster Image

Developer by: Side Effects Software Category: Raster Image Files Format: Binary

Deep Raster image created by Houdini, a 3D modeling and animation application; stores a run-length encoded image, including the colors, color map, and size of the picture; supports any number of planes per pixel; stores images that can be included with 3D scenes.

The PIC format is proprietary and is the native format used for internal Deep Raster images saved with Houdini.

List of all softwares that can open the Houdini Raster Image
Windows
Side Effects Houdini
Mac
Side Effects Houdini
Linux
Side Effects Houdini
File Type 3:

QuickTime PICT Image

Developer by: Apple Category: Raster Image Files Format: Binary

Image generated by Apple QuickTime or the Apple QuickDraw API; contains a raster graphic stored in the .PICT format; used for storing image captures or other still frames.

List of all softwares that can open the QuickTime PICT Image
Windows
Apple QuickTime Player
XnViewMP
Mac
Apple QuickTime Player
XnViewMP
Linux
XnViewMP

How to fix problems with .PIC files

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