Opening a TN File

The TN file type is primarily associated with Media Center.

TNFile Extension TN
File extension: TN
File type:  image

What is a TN file?

TN files mostly belong to Media Center by LG. TN files contain images stored in a proprietary graphics format used by LG mobile phones such as the enV3 and the enV Touch. These TN files contain photographs captured by the phone's camera and they can be viewed with the phone's built-in image viewer. Note that TN filename extension is NOT associated with the Tracor Northern file format which uses SEM files to store images.

How to open TN files

You need a suitable software like Media Center to open a TN file. You need a suitable software like Media Center from LG to open a TN 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 TN file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a TN file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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What to Do When a .TN File Fails to Open

TN files can originate from various programs and aren't universally openable.

  1. Identify the Source: If it came from an LG smart device, it's likely an LG Media Center raster image. If from a chat app, it may be a Trillian skin.
  2. Check the Header: Open the file in a hex viewer to inspect the first bytes:
    • PK indicates a zipped archive.
    • Magic bytes like FF D8 suggest a standard thumbnail.
    • Proprietary binary points to an LG image.
  3. Use the Original Software: You usually need the original program. Try LG Media Center, Trillian, or an image viewer; if unsure, ask the sender.
  4. Use this Webpage: Drag and drop your file into our viewer to detect the format, extract readable text/metadata, and preview when possible.

Technical Data for TN File Extension

File classification:
Raster Image
Related files:

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: Photoshop.ActionsFile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Adobe\Photoshop 7.0\Photoshop.exe

ProgramID: Photoshop.ActionsFile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Adobe\Photoshop CS\Photoshop.exe


a tn image is a special file format by LG and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with TN files

  • Associate the TN file extension with the correct application.
  • Update your software that should actually open images. Because only the current version supports the latest TN file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the LG manufacturer website after an available Media Center update.
  • To make sure that your TN file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
  • Click here to open your .TN file online - secure, fast, and no downloads needed.
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