DJVU File - opening and understanding
Did your computer fail to open a DJVU file? We explain what they are used for and recommend software that we know can open or otherwise handle your .DJVU files.
What is a DJVU file?
Files with the .djvu file extension contain a compressed image in a format that was developed by AT&T in 1996. DJVU files are most commonly created by the DjVu File software, which is distributed by LizardTech.
The DJVU compression method allows for larger high-resolution color images to be compressed to a significantly smaller size, making it easier for the files to be published and distributed on the Web. This compression allows for faster download times and makes it easier for users to email the files to one another using their email client.
While similar in nature to TIFF files, DJVU files allow for a much higher rate of compression.
How to open DJVU files
You will need a program compatible with the specific file you are trying to open, as different programs may use files with file extension DJVU for different purposes.
While we have not verified the apps ourselves yet, our users have suggested 10 different DJVU openers which you will find listed below.
Suggest another file format using extension DJVU
While we know of one file format using the .DJVU file extension, there may be more. It is widespread that different programs use files with the same file extension for very different types of data. Please let us know if you are aware of a different kind of .DJVU file.
Various viewers for this file format
These apps are known to open certain types of DJVU files. Remember, different programs may use DJVU files for different purposes, so you may need to try out a few of them to be able to open your specific file.
 | WinRAR | User submitted |
 | Free File Viewer | User submitted |
 | IrfanView | User submitted |
 | WinDjView | User submitted |
 | PDFlite | User submitted |
 | Go PDF Reader | User submitted |
 | STDU Viewer | User submitted |
 | DjVuLibre+DjView | User submitted |
 | calibre - E-book management | User submitted |
 | E-book viewer | User submitted |
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