What is the MIC File Extension?

By:   |   Revised: November 26, 2018

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MIC File Summary

File Extension MIC has two unique file types (with the primary being the Image Composer File format) and is mostly associated with Microsoft Image Composer (Microsoft Corporation) and one other software programs. MIC files are traditionally categorized as Raster Image Files.

File Extension MIC is supported by Windows, Mac, and Android operating systems. These types of files can be found on both desktop and mobile devices. With a Popularity Rating of "Low", these files are not very common to your average computer user.

Please see the detailed information below to learn more about MIC files and the programs that can open them. In addition, we provide simple troubleshooting information to help you open your MIC file.

Low
Prevalence
5250
Ranking

/ 11690

Active

Status

26

November

2018

Amended

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Types of MIC Files

  2 known file types use this extension

Main MIC Affiliation

.MIC
Extension:.mic
Type:Image Composer File

MIC file extension is associated with the Microsoft Image Composer (currently obsolete), a program used to compose two images. The MIC files describe images created by this program.

Created by: Microsoft Corporation
Kind:Raster Image Files
Folder: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.mic

Software Programs That Open The Image Composer File:


Microsoft Image Composer by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

Additional MIC Files

.MIC
Extension:.mic
Type:Micro Illustrator Picture Image

The file extension MIC is associated with the Micro Illustrator, which is the picture image software from Atari used by the 8-bit computers. A MIC file basically contains picture images.

Created by: Atari Corporation
Kind:Raster Image Files

Software Programs That Open Micro Illustrator Picture Image Files:


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Compatible with:

Windows
Mac
Apple II
Android
Linux
Atari TOS

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MIC Demand


OS Popularity

7 (45.73%)
10 (44.56%)
8.1 (5.41%)
XP (2.79%)
8 (0.97%)


Troubleshoot MIC Files


Frequent MIC Opening Issues

Microsoft Image Composer is Not Installed

When you double-click your MIC file, you may see a dialog box from your operating system stating that it "Cannot Open This File Type". When this happens, it is commonly due to Microsoft Image Composer missing in %%os%%. The OS won't know what to do with your MIC file, so double-clicking to load the file doesn't work.


Tip: If you don't have Microsoft Image Composer installed, and you know of another program to open your MIC file, you can try opening it by selecting from the programs listed under "Show Apps".


Obsolete Version of Microsoft Image Composer

In some cases, you might have a newer (or older) version of a Image Composer File file that is unsupported by your installed application version. Download the latest Microsoft Image Composer version from the Microsoft Corporation website to ensure you have the correct one installed. Your Image Composer File file was probably created by a newer release of Microsoft Image Composer than what's currently installed your computer.


Tip: Sometimes you can get a clue about the version of MIC file you have by right clicking on the file, then clicking on "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac OSX).


Conclusion: The majority of MIC file opening issues are due to not having the correct Microsoft Image Composer version installed.


More Causes of Problems Opening MICs

Errors opening Image Composer File files can still occur even with the latest Microsoft Image Composer software installed on your computer. If you are continuing to have errors with loading MIC files, other external issues might be to blame. Problems unrelated to software:

  • Corrupt Windows Registry file path references for MIC
  • Unintentional removal of the description of the MIC file inside the Windows Registry
  • Partial installation of Microsoft Image Composer that did not fully complete
  • The MIC itself is corrupted
  • Your MIC is infected with malware
  • Device drivers for MIC-related hardware are out-of-date
  • Your PC doesn’t have enough available resources to open the Image Composer File file

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