Opening SHG Files

The SHG file type is primarily associated with Siemens Simatic HMI.

SHG	File extension: SHG
	File type:	compressed file

What is an SHG file?

SHG files mostly belong to Siemens Simatic HMI. Siemens HMI Graphic: SHG files are often used to store graphic data in industrial systems. They contain visual elements for Siemens HMI (Human Machine Interface) panels. These graphics help control devices and show process information.

Embedded HMI Graphics: The file holds interface assets that Siemens automation systems use. Special software, like the Siemens Simatic HMI suite, is required to view and edit these graphics. For details, visit the Siemens HMI page.

Compressed Game Archive: In some cases, an SHG file acts as a compressed archive for game data. Here, the file bundles game assets into one file for efficient storage and rapid loading.

Compressed Image File: There are instances where SHG files store compressed image data. This use is linked with companies like Shengjie and may require decompression software to view correctly.

FilExt.com note: All these uses rely on compression to reduce file size. Use vendor-specific or compatible decompression tools to open and view the file properly.

How to open SHG files

You need a suitable software like Siemens Simatic HMI to open an SHG 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 SHG file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a SHG 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 SHG files:

Siemens Simatic HMI
See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. SHG files are often referred to as Siemens Simatic HMI compresseds because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
Segmented Hypergraphics Bitmap
A bitmap with hot-spots, created by SHED.EXE, compiled with and compiled with the Windows help file compiler HC.EXE. The identifying characters used for this association are - Hex: 6C, ASCII: l.

SHG file format:

The file format determines how the data is stored in the file. Each file format has a unique extension and almost always a unique signature. For example, Microsoft Word documents have the extension .docx and the signature (usually the first 3 characters in this file) PK. However, different programs can use the same file extension, and file extensions can be assigned incorrectly. If there are problems opening a file, you must first determine the file format used. Our evaluation of the SHG files looks like this:

SHG is rarely used as a file extension and is used by different programs with different formats. The two most popular formats are as follows:

50% of all SHG files are Segmented Hypergraphics bitmap files. The content consists of illegible binary data, which can only be read and interpreted by the associated programs. The file size is in the range of 2 KB to 310 KB. The file type is very old but is also used today. Some examples of file names are bm0.SHG.
15% of all SHG files have the same signature 6C 50 01 00. These files are binary files, so they do not contain text, but only cryptic characters. A typical file size is 27 KB.

All other SHG files (35%) have no consistent format. Drag & drop your file here to see the file format and a preview of your SHG file!

Technical Data for SHG File Extension

File classification:

Compressed

Identifier:

Hex: 6C, ASCII: l (provided by TrID database)

Related files:

hmi, tga, jpg, img, zip, rar, pak, bin, dat, bmp

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: PEX7.Image, AppName: Ulead Photo Explorer
EXEFile: PEX.EXE

ProgramID: PEX8.Image

ProgramID: PV1.Image, AppName: Ulead Instant Viewer

ProgramID: shgfile, FileType: Segmented Hypergraph

ProgramID: PEX7.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Ulead Systems\Ulead Photo Explorer 7.0\Pex.exe %1

ProgramID: PV1.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Ulead Systems\Ulead Photo Explorer 7.0\eViewer.exe %1

ProgramID: PV8.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Ulead Systems\Ulead Photo Explorer 8.0

ProgramID: PV8.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Ulead Systems\Ulead Photo Explorer 8.0 SE Basic\eViewer.exe %1

ProgramID: PV85.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Ulead Systems\Ulead Photo Explorer 8.5 SE\eViewer.exe %1

ProgramID: PV85.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Ulead Systems\Ulead Photo Explorer 8.6\eViewer.exe

ProgramID: PEX85.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Ulead Systems\Ulead Photo Explorer 8.5 SE Basic\PEX.exe

ProgramID: PV8.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Ulead Systems\Ulead Photo Explorer 8.0\eViewer.exe

ProgramID: PV85.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Ulead Systems\Ulead Photo Explorer 8.5\eViewer.exe

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an shg compressed file is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with SHG files

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