ANI File Extension

ANI file extension is created by Microsoft, also known as Windows Animated Cursor. ANI has been classified as System Files. This File type categories under Zip, Text, Binary and XML, however, the format of this file format has not been determined yet. You can open ANI files in Axialis CursorWorkshop program.

Windows Animated Cursor File Type

Windows Animated Cursor File Type

Extension	.ani
Developer	Microsoft
Popularity	Very Common Common Average Uncommon Rare 5.0 (133 Votes) Thank you for voting!Already voted, thanks!
Mime Type	application/x-navi-animation
Default Program	Axialis CursorWorkshop
Category	System Files
Format	Binary
Updated	12/1/2024

What is a ANI File Type?

AnI files are used to store animated Windows sliders by default, such as the rotating hourglass. It can also be used to store custom animated sliders. The ANI files can be downloaded from third-party developers and are often included with customized desktop themes.

Microsoft issued a security advisory on March 31, 2007 regarding a vulnerability in the way Windows handles moving cursor files. The issue affects Windows 2000 through Windows Vista.

Free online ANI Tools & Apps

We have also the free online .ANI (Windows Animated Cursor) file extension apps that can allow to view, edit, convert from to ANI, merge, split and compare the ANI files without installing anything on your system. Please click on the links to explore the complete list of details for each required feature.

ANI Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the Windows Animated Cursor .ANI File Extensions while opening the .ANI files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open ANI Files?

1. You must have supported software programs installed for Windows Animated Cursor on your system such as Axialis CursorWorkshop.
2. Associate default Axialis Cursorworkshop Axialis CursorWorkshop program for *.ani (Windows Animated Cursor) files.
   
   

   Associate ANI Default Program on Windows

   1. Right-click a *.ANI (e.g example.ani) file and click Open With.
   2. In the Open with dialog box, click Axialis Cursorworkshop Axialis CursorWorkshop program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
   3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .ani files.
   
   

   Associate ANI Default Program on MacOs

   1. Click *.ANI (e.g example.ani) file and click information -> Open With.
   2. In the programs list, click Axialis Cursorworkshop Axialis CursorWorkshop program Or other appropriate program that you want.
   3. Confirm Change for all... and Contine.
   4. A message will appear "This change will be applied to all files with .Axialis CursorWorkshop extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection", click Contine to apply changes.

Related ANI File Extensions

ANI default file extension is .ANI and other similer related extensions are:

All Platform Software Programs for ANI File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the ANI files on each platforms such as Windows, Mac, iOS, Linux, Web and Android, you may click the each software link for more details for other supported formats for each software and the verified direct download links for each software with complete lisensing details.

Open ANI File on Windows

	Software	License	Developer
	ACD Systems ACDSee 2019 for Windows	Commercial	ACD Systems
	Axialis CursorWorkshop 000 for Windows	Free Trial	Axialis CursorWorkshop
	Inkscape 0.92 for Windows	Open Source	Inkscape

Open ANI File on Mac OS

	Software	License	Developer
	Inkscape 0.92 for MacOs	Open Source	Inkscape

Open ANI file on Linux

	Software	License	Developer
	Inkscape 0.92 for Linux	Open Source	Inkscape

Open ANI file on Web

	Software	License	Developer

Open ANI file on iOS

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Open ANI file on Android

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About Licensing

1. Free Trial This software are often used for an attempt period, like 14 days, before requiring payment. Some trial versions have a reduced feature set.
2. Free This software is liberal to use. Examples include open-source , freeware software, like free programs supported by advertising.
3. Free⁺ This software is liberal to download and use, but contains in-app purchases (IAP) to unlock additional content or functionality.
4. Paid This software must be purchased so as to use it. it's going to be offered as a perpetual license or ongoing subscription.
5. Included with OS This software is bundled with an OS , like Windows, macOS, or Android.

About ANI - Windows Animated Cursor

Updated 12/1/2024

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