INI File Extension

The INI file extension was created by MakeMusic and is also known as the Finale Preferences File. INI is classified as a Data Files and You can open and render the contents of this file in a Text Editor. You can open INI files in MakeMusic Finale program.

Finale Preferences File Type

Finale Preferences File Type
Extension .ini
Developer MakeMusic
Popularity 5.0 (552 Votes)
Mime Type mime-type/not.available
Default Program MakeMusic Finale
Category Data Files
Format Text
Updated 6/1/2025

What is a INI File Type?

The INI files are divided into 9 sections: & #91; Settings & #93; & #91; MIDI & #93; & #91; Extensions & #93; #91; Preferences & #93; & #91; Colors & #93; # 93; & # 91; Tables d' Chromatic Spelling; # 93; & #91; Palettes & # 91; Speedy; # & # 93; # 93; # 93.

What is a Default INI File Name?

Desktop.ini - A hidden file located in Windows folders that saves visualization options for this specific folder. This file can specify an image that is used for the folder icon and the options d' appearance for files in the folder. It can be ignored, but deleting the file desktop.ini can generate a new one. OS X .DS _ STORE files have a similar function.

Free Online INI Tools & Apps

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INI Files Common Issues

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

Can't Open INI Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for Finale Preferences File on your system such as MakeMusic Finale.
  2. Associate default Makemusic MakeMusic Finale program for *.ini (Finale Preferences File) files.

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

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

All Platform Software Programs for INI File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the INI 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 INI File on Windows

Software License Developer
FMJ-Software Awave Studio image. FMJ-Software Awave Studio 10 for Windows Shareware FMJ-Software
Richardson EditRocket image. Richardson EditRocket 4 for Windows Commercial Richardson
MakeMusic Finale image. MakeMusic Finale 25 for Windows Commercial MakeMusic
Microsoft Notepad image. Microsoft Notepad 1903 for Windows Bundled Microsoft
Microsoft Office image. Microsoft Office 2019 for Windows Commercial Microsoft
Microsoft Windows image. Microsoft Windows 10 for Windows Commercial Microsoft
Microsoft Word image. Microsoft Word 365 for Windows Commercial Microsoft
Microsoft WordPad image. Microsoft WordPad 6 for Windows Bundled Microsoft

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

Software License Developer
Parallels Desktop for Mac image. Parallels Desktop for Mac 15 for MacOs Commercial Parallels
Richardson EditRocket image. Richardson EditRocket 4 for MacOs Commercial Richardson
MakeMusic Finale image. MakeMusic Finale 25 for MacOs Commercial MakeMusic
Microsoft Office image. Microsoft Office 2019 for MacOs Commercial Microsoft
Microsoft Word image. Microsoft Word 365 for MacOs Commercial Microsoft

Linux logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen INI file on Linux

Software License Developer
Richardson EditRocket image. Richardson EditRocket 4 for Linux Commercial Richardson

Website logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen INI file on Web

Software License Developer

iOS logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen INI file on iOS

Software License Developer

Android logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen INI file on Android

Software License Developer

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.

INI file extension icon image.About INI - Finale Preferences File

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Updated 6/1/2025