File Extension Library


.XCF File Extension

  • Developer by: GIMP
  • Category: Raster Image Files

What are .XCF files and how to open them?

Can't open .XCF 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 .XCF file.

What is a .XCF file extension?

.XCF file extension is created by GIMP. .XCF has been classified as Raster Image Files.

.XCF is GIMP Image File

Image file created by the GNU Image Manipulation Program (GIMP), a freely distributed image editing program; saves layers, channels, paths, guides, and the current selection when saved.

XCF stands for "eXperimental Computing Facility," which is a group of mainly undergraduate students interested in advancing Computer Science.

List of all softwares that can open the GIMP Image File
Windows
GIMP
CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 2018
CinePaint
XnViewMP
IrfanView
Mac
GIMP
Seashore
CinePaint
XnViewMP
Linux
GIMP
CinePaint
Kolourpaint
Web
Photopea

How to fix problems with .XCF files

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