since 2000
Opening a PMI File
The PMI file type is primarily associated with Pegasus Mail.
What is a PMI file?
PMI files mostly belong to Pegasus Mail. PMI files are used by different programs to store specialized data.
In one case, a PMI file is the folder index for Pegasus Mail. You can find more details on its use at Pegasus Mail.
Other PMI files hold map data for MapInfo Pro. These files may use the JFIF format to store image information similar to a JPEG 2000 file, sometimes processed by Adobe Photoshop.
PMI files are also seen as CD image files using the RIFF format. Such files serve premastering tasks in audio applications like PreSonus Studio One (Studio One Pro).
The extension is not limited to these uses. It can also refer to:
In one case, a PMI file is the folder index for Pegasus Mail. You can find more details on its use at Pegasus Mail.
Other PMI files hold map data for MapInfo Pro. These files may use the JFIF format to store image information similar to a JPEG 2000 file, sometimes processed by Adobe Photoshop.
PMI files are also seen as CD image files using the RIFF format. Such files serve premastering tasks in audio applications like PreSonus Studio One (Studio One Pro).
The extension is not limited to these uses. It can also refer to:
- PhatNotes Mobile Ink files for note taking (by PhatPad)
- Portable Map Images from a planetary imaging camera (see details at Astrosurf)
- Motion graphics templates in ZIP format for video editing with PowerDirector
- Ford vehicle configuration files used by IDS-Servo
FilExt.com note: Each PMI file follows a specific internal structure. To view one, use the software that created it or inspect its file header for clues.
How to open a PMI file
You need a suitable software like Pegasus Mail to open a PMI 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 PMI file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a PMI file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.
Online PMI Text Viewer
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Programs that open and convert PMI files:
- Pegasus Mail
See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. PMI files are often referred to as Pegasus Mail miscs because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
- OS/2
- Pegasus Mail (Message Folder Index File) by David HarrisPaired with a .PMM file.
Technical Data for PMI File Extension
File classification:
Misc
a pmi data file is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.
How to solve problems with PMI files
- Associate the PMI file extension with the correct application.
- Update your software that should actually open data files. Because only the current version supports the latest PMI file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the manufacturer website after an available Pegasus Mail update.
- To make sure that your PMI file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
- Click here to open your .PMI file online - secure, fast, and no downloads needed.