What is the ZIN File Extension?

Reporter:   |   Revised: November 26, 2018

Microsoft Silver

ZIN File Summary

Most ZIN files can be viewed with Zindo from Open Source (the only known affiliated software application) and associated with the Zindo Input Data format as it's primary file type. The majority of ZIN files are considered Data Files.

Both desktop and mobile devices enable you to view and (sometimes) edit these files, depending on the software used. With a Popularity Rating of "Low", these files are not very common to your average computer user.

To learn more about ZIN files and their associated software applications, please see the information below. Plus, we provide a basic troubleshooting guide to solve problems with opening ZIN files.

Low
Popular
6556
Rank

/ 11690

Active

File Status

26

November

2018

Revised

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Known ZIN Files


Principal ZIN Type

.ZIN
File Name:.zin
File Type:Zindo Input Data

This type of file extension is mainly related to a semi-empirical quantum-mechanics software referred to as Zindo. It consists of data input for the program. This type of file extension is considered obsolete and may not be in use anymore.

Organization: Open Source
Group:Data Files
Subkey: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.zin

Software Programs That Open The Zindo Input Data:


Zindo by Open Source

Windows

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ZIN File Popularity


Popular Devices

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


Troubleshooting Problems Opening ZIN Files


Common Problems Opening ZIN Files

Zindo Isn't There

When trying to open your ZIN file, you get the error "Can't Open ZIN File Type". Generally, this is experienced in %%os%% because Zindo isn't installed on your PC. This will prevent you from double-clicking to open the ZIN file because the OS doesn’t know how to handle it.


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


Zindo Requires Update

Occasionally, you might have an outdated version of Zindo installed that's incompatible with your Zindo Input Data type. Installing the latest version of Zindo from Open Source is recommended. Your Zindo Input Data file was probably created by a newer release of Zindo than what's currently installed your computer.


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


Conclusion: The majority of ZIN file opening issues are due to not having the correct Zindo version installed.


Other ZIN File Opening Causes

You can still experience errors opening ZIN files even with the latest version of Zindo installed on your PC. If you are continuing to have errors with loading ZIN files, other external issues might be to blame. Problems unrelated to software:

  • Corrupt Windows Registry file path references for ZIN
  • Unintentional removal of the description of the ZIN file inside the Windows Registry
  • Invalid installation of a ZIN-associated program (eg. Zindo)
  • Your ZIN can't be loaded properly (file corruption)
  • Malware-tainted ZIN file can't be opened
  • ZIN-related hardware has device drivers that obsolete
  • Windows has inadequate resources to open your Zindo Input Data file

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