since 2000
Opening an FBI File
The FBI file type is primarily associated with 7-Zip.
What is an FBI file?
FBI files mostly belong to 7-Zip. FBI files can use different internal formats, each with its own use.
7-Zip Archive: Some FBI files are 7-Zip compressed archives that hold forensic images. They are used to store disk images and related forensic data in a compact form. You can open these with 7-Zip, as shown on the 7-Zip website.
MP4 Container: Other FBI files are actually MP4 video files. In this case, the FBI file acts as a multimedia container. This format is handled by file viewers like FreeFileViewer, as detailed on the FreeFileViewer website.
7-Zip Archive: Some FBI files are 7-Zip compressed archives that hold forensic images. They are used to store disk images and related forensic data in a compact form. You can open these with 7-Zip, as shown on the 7-Zip website.
MP4 Container: Other FBI files are actually MP4 video files. In this case, the FBI file acts as a multimedia container. This format is handled by file viewers like FreeFileViewer, as detailed on the FreeFileViewer website.
- Forensic Archive: Uses a 7z format to compress and archive forensic images.
- Multimedia Container: Uses an MP4 format to store video data.
Keep in mind: The FBI extension itself does not standardize the file’s structure. It simply marks a file that must be handled with the appropriate tool based on its internal format.
How to open FBI files
You need a suitable software like 7-Zip to open an FBI 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 FBI file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a FBI file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.
Online FBI Text Viewer
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Programs that open and convert FBI files:
- 7-Zip
See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. FBI files are often referred to as 7-Zip compresseds because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
- Total Annihilation (Main Unit Definition File) by Cavedog EntertainmentEdit in any text editor. The identifying characters used for this association are - Hex: 5B 55 4E 49 54 49 4E 46 4F 5D, ASCII: [UNITINFO]. This file format is classified as Text.
Technical Data for FBI File Extension
File classification:
Compressed
Identifier:
Hex: 5B 55 4E 49 54 49 4E 46 4F 5D, ASCII: [UNITINFO] (provided by TrID database)
Mime type:
an fbi compressed archive is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.
How to solve problems with FBI files
- Associate the FBI file extension with the correct application.
- Update your software that should actually open compressed archives. Because only the current version supports the latest FBI file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the manufacturer website after an available 7-Zip update.
- To make sure that your FBI file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
- Click here to open your .FBI file online - secure, fast, and no downloads needed.