GI File
What are GI files and how to open them
Are you having problems opening a GI file or just wondering what they contain? We explain what these files are used for and show you software that we know can open or otherwise handle your files.
What is a GI file?
A .GI file is a Sonic Global Image file.
This is a disk image file initially supported by the Sonic RecordNow software. Now, these files are supported by various disk creation software applications.
The GI files contain duplicate copies of CDs or DVDs. They can also contain a backup of the information stored on a user's hard drive. SO.
How to open GI files
We have identified five GI openers that are compatible with this specific type of GI file.
Programs that open Sonic Global Image files
![]() | RecordNow | Discontinued |
![]() | ImgBurn | Verified |
![]() | PowerISO | Verified |
![]() | Roxio Creator | Verified |
![]() | IsoBuster | Verified |
Last updated: February 24, 2023
Various apps that use files with this extension
These apps are known to open certain types of GI files. Remember, different programs may use GI files for different purposes, so you may need to try out a few of them to be able to open your specific file.
![]() | DigitalMedia Home | Discontinued |
![]() | DigitalMedia Data | User submitted |
![]() | UltraISO | User submitted |
![]() | Roxio DigitalMedia Plus | User submitted |
![]() | DkZ Studio | User submitted |
![]() | Digital Media Studio | User submitted |
![]() | Grabar CDs & DVDs | User submitted |
![]() | DigitalMedia Copy | User submitted |
![]() | Creator Home | User submitted |
![]() | Multimedia Center Home | User submitted |
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