FACE file extension. FACE files fall under Raster Image Files category. FACE format specific for Unix Usenix FaceServer systems to store bitmap images. Used rarely now. Viewable using XnView or similar program. Can convert into SGI or RGB format using formface tool from older IRIX system version.
Thousands of users face similar file opening problems daily. Below tips on solving common FACE file issues in 4 steps: 1. Determine file type. 2. Verify association with appropriate software. 3. Install software supporting FACE. 4. Use file conversion if needed.
Originally FACE format used for USENIX conference pictures. Some facial recognition systems also use for face tagging data. Similar graphics-based format.
FACE files supported on 3 operating systems – Linux, Mac OS, Windows. Most often associated with fromface program. Also compatible with XnView, Converter Pro. FACE extension found in 522 other file types too, may not open in these programs.
When Windows doesn’t recognize extension, “Select app to open” message appears. Need to associate file with a program handling FACE properly. On XnView site find info about FACE and other supported formats.
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