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ZIM File Extension

ZIM file extension is created by The OpenZIM Project, also known as OpenZIM Wiki Archive. ZIM has been classified as Data 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 ZIM files in Kiwix program.



OpenZIM Wiki Archive File Type

OpenZIM Wiki Archive File Type
Extension .zim
Developer The OpenZIM Project
Popularity 5.0 (84 Votes)
Mime Type mime-type/not.available
Default Program Kiwix
Category Data Files
Format Binary
Updated 12/1/2024

What is a ZIM File Type?

The free ZIMLib C + + + library can be used by developers to incorporate OpenZIM content into their applications.



Free online ZIM Tools & Apps

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



ZIM Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the OpenZIM Wiki Archive .ZIM File Extensions while opening the .ZIM files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open ZIM Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for OpenZIM Wiki Archive on your system such as Kiwix.
  2. Associate default Kiwix Kiwix program for *.zim (OpenZIM Wiki Archive) files.

    Associate ZIM Default Program on Windows
    1. Right-click a *.ZIM (e.g example.zim) file and click Open With.
    2. In the Open with dialog box, click Kiwix Kiwix program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
    3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .zim files.

    Associate ZIM Default Program on MacOs
    1. Click *.ZIM (e.g example.zim) file and click information -> Open With.
    2. In the programs list, click Kiwix Kiwix 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 .Kiwix extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection", click Contine to apply changes.

Related ZIM File Extensions

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



All Platform Software Programs for ZIM File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the ZIM 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.

Microsoft Windows logo image Open ZIM File on Windows

Software License Developer
Kiwix image. Kiwix 000 for Windows Free Kiwix

MacOs logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen ZIM File on Mac OS

Software License Developer
Kiwix image. Kiwix 000 for MacOs Free Kiwix

Linux logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen ZIM file on Linux

Software License Developer
funzip image. funzip 000 for Linux Free funzip
Kiwix image. Kiwix 000 for Linux Free Kiwix

Website logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen ZIM file on Web

Software License Developer

iOS logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen ZIM file on iOS

Software License Developer
Pengui Zhao Zip RAR File Extractor image. Pengui Zhao Zip RAR File Extractor 000 for iOS Free+ Pengui Zhao Zip RAR File Extractor

Android logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen ZIM file on Android

Software License Developer
Kiwix image. Kiwix 000 for Android Free Kiwix

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.

ZIM file extension icon image.About ZIM - OpenZIM Wiki Archive

FileProInfo is to help you understand about the OpenZIM Wiki Archive with *.ZIM suffix, and provide the complete detail as how to open, edit, convert, merge, split and compare it with other related software programs, software download links and free online apps and tools.

Our professional team members at FileProInfo have been individually researched and verified the details for ZIM. We want to be 100% accurate and publish the information about file formats, tools, apps and software programs that we have tested and validated.

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Updated 12/1/2024


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