What's the DIM File?

Reporter:   |   Revised: November 26, 2018

Microsoft Silver

DIM File Summary

Most DIM files can be viewed with three known software applications, typically Active@ Disk Image developed by LSoft Technologies Inc.. It's main file type association is the Active@ Raw Disk Image Backup File format, but also includes two other rarely-seen file types. DIM files are categorized ordinarily as Backup Files. Other file types can be Encoded Files or 3D Image Files.

DIM files are found on both mobile and desktop platforms and can be opened using Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems. These files have a Popularity Rating of "Low", meaning they are not very commonly observed on your average hard disk.

If you are having problems opening DIM files, or would simply like to learn more about the software programs and developers that are associated with them, please see the complete information contained below.

Low
File Type Popularity
3203
File Rank

/ 11690

Active

File Status

26

November

2018

Updated

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Varieties of DIM Files

  3 known file types use this extension

Primary DIM File Association

.DIM
Formatting:.dim
Class:Active@ Raw Disk Image Backup File

The DIM file extension is a raw disk image backup file type. The DIM file is created by Active@ Disk Image, which is a windows backup and recovery program that can store a raw disk image. The Active@ Disk Image contains a configuration data that can describe the disk or the partition geometry.

Created by: Active@ Data Recovery Software
Function:Backup Files
Folder: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.dim

Software Programs That Open The Active@ Raw Disk Image Backup File:


Active@ Disk Image by LSoft Technologies Inc.

Windows
Mac
Linux

Additional DIM Files

.DIM
Formatting:.dim
Class:Direct Internet Message Encapsulation DIME Data

DIM files are may be related to DIME format. This binary message format is used to send data over the internet. It can encapsulate various types of files and of different sizes in one message like binary files, XML files, and other SOAP messages. The encapsulated files are translated by web and mail servers to the original attachments. so the end user can open them.

Created by: Interscape
Function:Encoded Files

Software Programs That Open Direct Internet Message Encapsulation DIME Data Files:


DIME Parser by Interscape

Compatible with:

Windows
Mac
Linux
.DIM
Formatting:.dim
Class:Adobe Dimensions Geometry File

A DIM file can be a file used by Adobe Dimensions to store data used to visualize 3D models. Adobe Dimensions is now a discontinued product.

Created by: Adobe Systems Incorporated
Function:3D Image Files

Software Programs That Open Adobe Dimensions Geometry File Files:


Adobe Dimensions by Adobe Systems Incorporated

Compatible with:

Windows

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DIM Usage


Top Web Browsers

Chrome (58.80%)
Firefox (11.05%)
Internet Explorer (9.04%)
Edge (8.46%)
Safari (3.87%)


Understanding DIM Issues


Frequent DIM Opening Issues

Active@ Disk Image Isn't There

You attempt to load your DIM file and get an error such as "%%os%% Can't Open The DIM File Extension". Generally, this is experienced in %%os%% because Active@ Disk Image isn't installed on your PC. The typical path of opening your DIM with a double-click won't work because %%os%% cannot make the program connection.


Tip: If you have another software that you know opens DIM files, you can select it by hitting the "Show Apps" button.


Incorrect Active@ Disk Image Version

Occasionally, you might have an outdated version of Active@ Disk Image installed that's incompatible with your Active@ Raw Disk Image Backup File type. You will need to download a newer version of Active@ Disk Image if you don't have the right version. Your Active@ Raw Disk Image Backup File file was probably created by a newer release of Active@ Disk Image than what's currently installed your computer.


Tip: Find clues on the correct software version by right-clicking your DIM file and clicking "Properties".


Ultimately, most of the difficulties opening DIM files are due to having the wrong version of Active@ Disk Image installed.


More Causes of Problems Opening DIMs

Errors opening Active@ Raw Disk Image Backup File files can still occur even with the latest Active@ Disk Image software installed on your computer. If you're still experiencing problems opening DIM files, there could be other computer problems. Other contributing causes:

  • Corrupt Windows Registry file path references for DIM
  • Mistaken removal of the Windows registry DIM description
  • Incomplete or bad installation of a software application associated with the DIM format
  • Your DIM can't be loaded properly (file corruption)
  • Your DIM is infected with malware
  • Hardware associated with DIM has outdated drivers
  • Too many applications are open on your PC to load your Active@ Raw Disk Image Backup File file successfully

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