Opening a CE File

The CE file type is primarily associated with 7-Zip.

CEFile Extension CE
File extension: CE
File type:  compress and encrypted email

What is a CE file?

CE files mostly belong to 7-Zip by Igor Pavlov. CE is the filename extension of bitmap images captured with monochrome or full-color ComputerEyes video scanner boards and cameras on classic computers developed by IBM, Microsoft, Apple, and Atari. ComputerEyes scanner boards were used to capture still frames from videos in real-time. The accompanying ComputerEyes software was used to digitize and save the captured images. This file format is rarely used nowadays. CE filename extension is also associated with files containing cells used by Robocad, an automation software. 7zip, a Windows-based programs used to create and unpack archive files, truncates CEF filename extension to CE sometimes. Such CEF files typically contain compressed and encrypted emails and attachments.

How to open a CE file

You need a suitable software like 7-Zip to open a CE 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 CE file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a CE file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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Easily convert CE files to ZIP, RAR, 7Z, TAR, GZ, ...

If you want to convert or edit a CE file, you can use our free Online CE File Converter (powered by Convert.Guru):
  1. Just click the "Choose your .ce file to view this image" button on this page.
  2. Your CE file will then be displayed in the browser.
  3. Now click on "Save as..." at the top of the page.
  4. Then select the file format (e.g. ZIP, RAR, 7Z, TAR, GZ, ...) you want.
  5. Download the converted file.

Programs that open and convert CE files:

  1. 7-Zip by Igor Pavlov
    See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. CE files are often referred to as 7-Zip compresseds because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
  2. Clipper (workbench application data) by Computer Associates
    Clipper is an obsolete compiler for xBase database and application programing language used to create and extend MS-DOS programs. The workbench application data used by Clipper was stored in a CE file. This file format is classified as Developer.
  3. FarSide Computer Calendar (calendar) by Amaze
    FarSide Computer Calendar was a desktop organizer used to customize calendars and that can be set as desktop backgrounds on classic computers. The program allowed users to schedule events, set appointments etc. Calendar files created with Far Side Computer Calendar had CE filename extension. This program has been discontinued. This file format is classified as Page Layout.
  4. XnView (bitmap image) by XnSoft
    XnView is a free image management software with editing and file conversion utilities. CE image files captured and digitized with ComputerEyes video scanner boards can be viewed with this program. XnView supports most raster and vector image file formats. This file format is classified as Raster Image. Related links: Computer Eyes, Digital Vision

Technical Data for CE File Extension

File classification:
Compressed
Related files:
c4v, cee, ct, c4s, zip, sqlite, rar, scr, exe, txt, aip, 001, zzz

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.ce, FileType: Computer Eyes, Digital Vision, AppName: GraphicsConverter-reg
EXEFile: GraphicsConverter.exe

ProgramID: dpfile
EXEFile: C:\AMAZE\planner.exe %1

ProgramID: PAACE
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\PowerArchiver\POWERARC.EXE %1

ProgramID: PcdrWin32HTML.Document.1
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\PC-Doctor for Windows\PCDRW32H.EX2 %1

ProgramID: WinRAR
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\WinRAR\WinRAR.exe %1

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


a ce compress and encrypted email is a special file format by Igor Pavlov and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with CE files

  • Associate the CE file extension with the correct application.
  • Update your software that should actually open compress and encrypted emails. Because only the current version supports the latest CE file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the Igor Pavlov manufacturer website after an available 7-Zip update.
  • To make sure that your CE file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
  • Click here to open your .CE file online - secure, fast, and no downloads needed.
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