VIS File: What is it?

Author:   |   Updated: November 26, 2018

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VIS File Summary

File Extension VIS has five unique file types (with the primary being the Visibility Image File format) and is mostly associated with Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004 (Microsoft Corporation) and four other software programs. These files can be categorized as Game Files, Database Files, or 3D Image Files. In the majority of cases, these files will be Game Files.

We have found VIS files on the Windows and Mac operating systems. They are both mobile and desktop device friendly. With a Popularity Rating of "Low", these files are not very common to your average computer user.

If you would like to learn more about VIS files and the software that opens them, please see the additional detailed information below. Also, you can learn how to do some basic VIS file troubleshooting if you are having trouble opening these files.

Low
Prevalence
5432
Ranking

/ 11690

Active

State

26

November

2018

Updated

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Sorts of VIS Files

  5 known file types use this extension

Primary VIS File Association

.VIS
Formatting:.vis
Category:Visibility Image File

A VIS file is an image information format developed for simulation purposes that include scenery and maps. It was popularly used in Microsoft Flight Simulator 95 and 98 and other flight simulation programs.

Created by: Microsoft Corporation
Kind:Game Files
Subkey: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.vis

Software Programs That Open The Visibility Image File:


Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004 by Microsoft Corporation

Windows
Mac

Other VIS Descriptions

.VIS
Formatting:.vis
Category:Visual Importer Script

A VIS file is a script file written in the application Visual Importer. It is saved in a plain text format and stores data conversion settings recorded from the software's wizard walkthrough process. A VIS script saves information such as the source data format as well as the location format.

Created by: DB Software Laboratory
Kind:Database Files

Software Programs That Open Visual Importer Script Files:


Visual Importer by DB Software Laboratory

Compatible with:

Windows
.VIS
Formatting:.vis
Category:Strata Studio 3D File

A VIS file is associated with Strata Studio and contains 3D data used by Strata Studio. Currently, Strate Studio has been replaced by Strata Design.

Created by: Strategic Dataworks
Kind:3D Image Files

Software Programs That Open Strata Studio 3D File Files:


Strata Design by DB Software Laboratory

Compatible with:

Windows
.VIS
Formatting:.vis
Category:VISkompakt Objects Description File

The VIS file extension is a text file used by the electronic administration and modern management VISkompakt. It stores objects description data related to the program.

Created by: PDV-Systeme GmbH
Kind:Text Files

Software Programs That Open VISkompakt Objects Description File Files:


VISkompakt by PDV-Systeme GmbH

Compatible with:

Windows
.VIS
Formatting:.vis
Category:AMPAC Visualization Data

A VIS file extension is a visualization data created with the quantum chemistry program AMPAC.

Created by: Semichem Inc.
Kind:Data Files

Software Programs That Open AMPAC Visualization Data Files:


AMPAC by Semichem Inc.

Compatible with:

Windows

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VIS Popularity


Top Devices

Samsung (28.86%)
Apple (21.83%)
Huawei (9.25%)
Xiaomi (6.74%)
LG (3.11%)

File Extension Device Breakdown (desktop / mobile / tablet)

Desktop (84.34%)
Mobile (14.29%)
Tablet (1.37%)


VIS Troubleshooting


Issues Opening VIS Files

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004 is Not Installed

When trying to open your VIS file, you get the error "Can't Open VIS File Type". If so, it typically means that you don't have Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004 installed for %%os%%. The OS won't know what to do with your VIS file, so double-clicking to load the file doesn't work.


Tip: If you know of another program that can open your VIS file, you can try opening it by selecting the application from the programs listed.


Incorrect Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004 Version

In some cases, you might have a newer (or older) version of a Visibility Image File file that is unsupported by your installed application version. Download the latest Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004 version from the Microsoft Corporation website to ensure you have the correct one installed. This problem is predominately due to having a Visibility Image File file version that was created by a newer version of Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004 than what you have installed on your PC.


Tip: If you right-click on your VIS file, then select "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac), you can obtain hints about what version you need.


Summary: Not having the right Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004 version on your computer can cause problems opening VIS files.


Additional VIS Opening Issues

Even with the correct version of Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004 installed, you can still experience difficulties opening VISs. Other VIS opening errors can be created by other system problems inside of %%os%%. These issues include:

  • Corrupt Windows Registry file path references for VIS
  • Accidental deletion of the description of the VIS file in the Windows registry
  • Partial installation of Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004 that did not fully complete
  • Your VIS file is corrupted (issues with your Visibility Image File file itself)
  • Your VIS is infected with malware
  • Device drivers of the hardware associated with your VIS file are corrupt or out-of-date
  • Insufficient system resources to successfully open Visibility Image File files

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