Opening ABI Files

The ABI file type is primarily associated with ChromasPro.

ABI	File extension: ABI
	File type:	raw DNA data file

What is an ABI file?

ABI files mostly belong to ChromasPro by Technelysium. ABI files are associated with file encryption software ABI-Coder developed by Adam Berent.

Main Use: ABI Coder is a file encryption application that is lightweight (~1 MB)and is effective in encrypting files into ABI format. Individual files as wells as a group of files can be encrypted into a single file with the file extension ABI. Before encrypting the files, it is mandatory to create a secure password of a minimum of 8-digits which is later necessary for decryption. ABI Coder secures the ABI files using three algorithms viz., 448-bit Blowfish encryption algorithm, 168-bit 3DES encryption algorithm and 256-bit AES encryption algorithm. The software also allows the user to choose the option between saving the encrypted data into a separate ABI file or rewriting the original file. Auto-decryption capability can also be embedded into ABI files by using this software so that the files can be decrypted without the need to install any additional software by running it as a standalone executable file on their Windows machine. ABI Coder software also features the capability to email the encrypted ABI file from the interface itself by redirected the user to an email client software on the computer.
Adoption: ABI files can be opened using ABI Coder and ABI Secure Pro software which is compatible to run on Windows Machines. These software are deemed stable for running on Windows 98, XP, and 2000.

How to open ABI files

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

ChromasPro by Technelysium
See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. ABI files are often referred to as ChromasPro data files because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
ABI-Coder by Adam Berent
ABI-Coder is a file encryption software. It can use 3 different encryption algorithms that allow users to encrypt multiple files in multiple folders. It also provides a self-decrypting file tool, which creates encrypted files that do not require any decryption software. The ABI file format is associated with ABI-Coder. Related links: ABI-Coder on CNET
AbiWord (AbiWord plugin) by AbiSource
AbiWord is a free, cross-platform, open-source word processor. Along with word processing features, it also allows multiple users to collaborate in real time on a file using a web-based service. The ABI file format stores plugins that add additional features to AbiWord, such as grammar checking or thesaurus plugins. This file format is classified as Plugin. Related links: AbiWord on Wikipedia, AbiWord FAQs, AbiWord Repository, History of AbiWord
AOL Desktop (backup data) by Verizon Media
AOL Desktop is an all-in-one desktop software, or suite, that allows users to browse the internet, send and receive emails, play media, and send instant messages (IMs). It is available on both Windows and macOS platforms. The ABI file format stores backup data for AOL Desktop. This file format is classified as Backup. Related links: Backup AOL Desktop Using ABI File, AOL Desktop on Wikipedia, How to download AOL Desktop
BioEdit (raw DNA data file) by Tom Hall
BioEdit is a free software that allows scientists to manipulate biological sequences. It can work with various formats of DNA data, including ABI files. An ABI file is a sequence trace file generated by Applied Biosystems instruments. A sequence trace file is raw DNA data in the form of a chromatogram. This file format is classified as Data. Related links: BioEdit Download Link, BioEdit Review
DNA Baser (raw DNA data file) by Heracle BioSoft
DNA Baser is a software that automates the process of DNA sequence assembly. It can open and edit ABI files. An ABI file is a sequence trace file generated by Applied Biosystems instruments. A sequence trace file is raw DNA data in the form of a chromatogram. This file format is classified as Data. Related links: DNA Baser Manual
dnaLIMS (raw DNA data file) by dnaTools
dnaLIMS is a web-based Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) that provides hardware-independent bioinformatics tools. These are used for the processing and management of DNA sequencing. It supports various formats of data, including the ABI format. An ABI file is a sequence trace file generated by Applied Biosystems instruments. A sequence trace file is raw DNA data in the form of a chromatogram. This file format is classified as Data. Related links: dnaLIMS Tutorial

ABI file format:

The file format, which is the arrangement and type of data in a file, determines which program can open the file. The initial characters of a file are called signature, sometimes also referred to as "magic bytes". The signature can be used to infer the file format. Nonetheless, different programs can utilize the same file extension to represent distinct file formats. Double-clicking on the file often results in an error when opening. Exact knowledge of the format is therefore important in order to solve problems occurring in files. Below is our analysis of the ABI files:

ABI is seldom used as a file extension and is used by different programs with different formats. The two most common formats are as follows:

25% of all ABI files use the same file format, which can be identified by the letters "ABI" at the beginning. These files are binary files, so they do not contain text, but only cryptic characters. A typical file size is 320 KB. The file type is old but is used even today. The following keywords are characteristic: ABIF, etdir and ABICODER.
15% of all ABI files start with the bytes 22 30 crucial for this file format. These files are plain text, which means they can be viewed with any text editor such as Windows Editor, Nano for Linux, and TextEdit for macOS. ABI files can be up to 21 KB in size, but are often around 620 bytes - 12 KB. Files like these have the following tags: farmersworld.

All other ABI files (60%) have no consistent format, the following 5 formats can be found: JSON, AOLINDEX and HEADER. These files sometimes refer to extracting, factory, dhedge, piling or help. You can get all the details of your ABI file by dragging it onto this page or by clicking the button "Choose your .abi file to analyze" above.

Technical Data for ABI File Extension

File classification:

Data

Related files:

ab1, seq, wasm, aby, zip, scf, aut, bag, abx, arl, api, sol, txt, json, fasta

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: Coder.FileType
EXEFile: C:\abisoft\coder\Coder.exe %1

ProgramID: ABIF File Type 2
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\APPLIE~1\PRIMER~1\PrimerExpress.exe %1

an abi raw DNA data file is a special file format by Technelysium and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with ABI files

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