Opening a PIM File

The PIM file type is primarily associated with PIMShell.

PIM	File extension: PIM
	File type:	internet browser add-on

What is a PIM file?

PIM files mostly belong to PIMShell. There are generally two types of PIM files: graphics and compressed files. Graphic PIM files are used for presentations, while compressed PIM are used for archiving information.

Graphic files: These PIM files are digital multimedia files used for web-related media. Also known as PixMaker project files, they are created by using the PixMaker software. PixMaker is a utility that lets users create interactive web-related graphics and presentations. Other than graphics, a PIM file can store text, animated motion graphics, sound clips and different effects. These files are usually saved transferred via email. PIM files can only be opened and modified using the PixMaker software. There are no methods or tools that can convert these files into other extensions, and they are only supported on Windows-based systems.
Compressed PIM files: These files use a compression and data encoding algorithm that turns them into archives that are smaller in size the original file. These files are mainly used to store important and confidential information and create backup copies of data. They are primarily used when a user's computer is corrupted and important data might be at risk. Another reason why compressed PIM files are created is to transfer data via low-bandwidth connections.

How can I open a PIM file?

You need a suitable software like PIMShell to open a PIM file. Without proper software you will receive a Windows message "How do you want to open this file?" or "Windows cannot open this file" or a similar Mac/iPhone/Android alert. If you cannot open your PIM file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a PIM file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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Programs that open and convert PIM files:

PIMShell
See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. PIM files are often referred to as PIMShell plugins because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
MicroPower/Pascal (process image file) by Digital Equipment
MicroPower/Pascal is a microcomputer software development toolset from Digital Equipment. The RELOC utility in the toolset assigns base addresses to individual program sections. To do this, it creates a Process Image Module file with the PIM extension. This file format is classified as Developer. Related links: Introduction to MicroPower/Pascal (Guide), Text of Introduction to MicroPower/Pascal (Guide), Digital Equipment on Wikipedia
PIMPLE (compressed archive file) by Ilya Muravyov
PIMPLE is a file compression software developed by Ilya Muravyov. It uses PPMD, BALZ, and BZIP2 compression algorithms. PIM is the native format for files compressed using this program. This file format is classified as Compressed. Related links: PIMPLE Introduction by Author
PixMaker (stitcher project file) by PixAround
PixMaker is a panorama builder that allows users to create 360° interactive visual content. PIM is the stitcher project file that stored data about a stitching project and contains the images that were stitched together. This file format is classified as Data. Related links: PixMaker Guide, PIM File in FAQ

Technical Data for PIM File Extension

File classification:

Plugin

Related files:

pit, pin, vcf, tap, txt, zip, prn, data, tcx

Related links:

PIMShell Download Link and Review

Mime type:

application/octet-stream

The following listing is compiled from the database produced by the 'Associate This!' program, selected data from the main FILExt database and file extension information submitted by users.

ProgramID: PixMaker Project
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\PixAround.com\PixMaker\PixMaker.exe %1

ProgramID: Pro Tools Controller Plug-In Mappings
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Digidesign\Pro Tools\ProToolsLE.exe%1

ProgramID: PIMfile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\NEC\NEC Mobile Suite\Integrator.exe

a pim internet browser add-on is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with PIM files

Associate the PIM file extension with the correct application.
Update your software that should actually open internet browser add-ons. Because only the current version supports the latest PIM file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the manufacturer website after an available PIMShell update.
To make sure that your PIM file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
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