Opening TNY Files

The TNY file type is primarily associated with Tiny.

TNYFile Extension TNY
File extension: TNY
File type:  Graphic

What is a TNY file

TNY files mostly belong to Tiny. TiNY bitmap image used on Atari. An Atari ST graphic format.

How to open TNY files

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

Online TNY File Viewer

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How to extract texts from TNY files or capture a screenshot to PDF, JPG, DOCX, TXT, ...

You can extract texts from TNY file or capture a preview screenshot using our online TNY file viewer:
  1. To do so, click the "Choose your .tny file to view this image" button above.
  2. Your TNY file will then be displayed in the browser.
  3. Now click on "Save as..." at the top of the page.
  4. Then choose the file format (e.g. JPG, PDF, DOCX, TXT, ...) you want.
  5. Your file will be converted and downloaded.

Trouble Opening a .TNY File? These Steps Will Help

TNY files come from specific graphic tools and aren't universally openable.

  1. Identify the Source: A retro computing enthusiast may send an Atari ST "Tiny" Image, while web developers might share compressed graphics from TinyJPG or TinyPNG.
  2. Check the Header: Open the file in a hex viewer to inspect the first bytes:
    • PNG or JFIF: Suggests a standard image compressed by Tiny services.
    • Unreadable binary: Often points to the legacy Atari ST graphic format.
  3. Use the Original Software: The original program is usually required. Try XnView or Graphics Converter Pro for Atari images. For web graphics, try renaming the extension to .png or .jpg. If uncertain, ask the sender.
  4. Use this Webpage: Drag and drop your .TNY file into our viewer to detect its format, extract metadata, and preview when possible.

Technical Data for TNY File Extension

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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: GraphicsConverterPro.tny, FileType: Tiny, AppName: GraphicsConverter-reg
EXEFile: GraphicsConverter.exe

ProgramID: XnView.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\XnView\xnview.exe %1


a tny Graphic is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with TNY files

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