What's the SNIP File?

Writer:   |   Amended: January 07, 2019

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SNIP File Summary

Only one known software program, Snipping Tool developed by Microsoft Corporation, is related to the SNIP file extension. In addition, they are categorized under a single primary file type, described as the Microsoft Windows Snipping Tool Data File format. These files can be categorized as Data Files.

Both desktop and mobile devices enable you to view and (sometimes) edit these files, depending on the software used. The main SNIP file type has a Popularity Rating of "Low", meaning these files are not frequently present on your typical desktop or mobile device.

Although there is a lot more to know about SNIP files, those are the most important details of these types of files. If you are having trouble opening these files, or would like more detailed information, please see our comprehensive information below.

Low
Prevalence
3211
File Rank

/ 11690

Active

Relevance

7

January

2019

Amended

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Kinds of SNIP Files


Principal SNIP Type

.SNIP
Extension:.snip
Class:Microsoft Windows Snipping Tool Data File

The SNIP file is mainly associated with the Windows Snipping tool, a screenshot utility that comes as a feature in the Microsoft Windows operating system starting from Windows Vista.

Developer: Microsoft Corporation
Kind:Data Files
Registry Key: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.snip

Software Programs That Open The Microsoft Windows Snipping Tool Data File:


Snipping Tool by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

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SNIP Demand


OS Hierarchy

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


Troubleshoot SNIP Files


Troubles Opening SNIP Files

Snipping Tool is Not Installed

When trying to open your SNIP file, you get the error "Can't Open SNIP File Type". Customarily, this means that Snipping Tool is not installed on %%os%%. Your operating system cannot associate your SNIP with Snipping Tool, so double-clicking the file won't work.


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


Obsolete Version of Snipping Tool

In other instances, your Microsoft Windows Snipping Tool Data File file version may not be supported by your version of Snipping Tool. If you do not have the proper version Snipping Tool (or any of the other programs listed above), you may need to try downloading a different version of it, or one of the other software applications listed above. This problem is most common when you have an older version of the software application, and your file was created by a newer version that it cannot recognize.


Tip: Investigate your SNIP file by right-clicking and selecting "Properties" to find clues on what version you need.


Summary: Not having the right Snipping Tool version on your computer can cause problems opening SNIP files.


More Causes of Problems Opening SNIPs

Errors opening Microsoft Windows Snipping Tool Data File files can still occur even with the latest Snipping Tool software installed on your computer. Other SNIP opening errors can be created by other system problems inside of %%os%%. These issues include:

  • Invalid SNIP file references in the Windows Registry (the "phonebook" of the Windows Operating System)
  • The SNIP file description within the Windows Registry was removed
  • Partial installation of Snipping Tool that did not fully complete
  • The SNIP itself is corrupted
  • The SNIP is infected with a virus
  • SNIP-related hardware has device drivers that obsolete
  • Your computer does not have the adequate system resources to open the Microsoft Windows Snipping Tool Data File format

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