How to open .AVIF files on Mac
To open .AVIF files on Mac, control-click the .AVIF file and select 'Open With'.
Step-by-step instructions
- Control-click the .AVIF file and select 'Open With'.
- Use Preview or another app that supports AVIF.
Recommended software
- Preview
- Photos
- GIMP
Alternative methods
- Open .AVIF in a browser-based viewer if desktop apps fail.
- Try opening .AVIF on Mac with a secondary app to rule out app-specific issues.
- Convert .AVIF only with trusted tools when direct opening is not possible.
Common issues
File won't open
The application may not support AVIF or the file could be corrupted.
- Ensure your app supports AVIF and is updated.
- Check the file's integrity and source.
Poor image quality
The image may have been overly compressed or not properly encoded.
- Try opening the file in a different viewer.
- Verify the file's source and consider re-downloading.
Security note
Open .AVIF files only from trusted sources.