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Open NFO File

An NFO is a type of information file, as the name implies (iNFO), that usually contains a large amount of detailed art or logos.

NFO file is similar to other popular information file types such as README that are included in program installation packages.

To view them you can use most of the text editors or viewers on your Windows or Mac computer, since it is a plain text file.

NFO files also have a common association with pirated programs, and often appear as the information file downloaded with pirated software.

NFO files commonly provide the pertinent information you want to know about a file that you have downloaded from the Internet.

For example, when downloading a video, the NFO file attached to the video could indicate the name, size, and duration of the video, as well as verify that the attachment is actually a video.

NFO files associated with pirated software also often include information about who violated and distributed the software.

NFO files can also contain links to advertisements or Ad-ware that are installed on your computer.

Open an NFO file

Although they are safe to open on your computer, you should be very careful when clicking on any links found within the file.

Create an NFO file

You can also create your own NFO file from TextEdit or Notepad application, Notepad ++ and Geany packages can also be used.

Software to work with an NFO file

Typical NFO application file locations:

%SystemRoot%\system32\msinfo32.exe "%1"
C:\Windows\system32\msinfo32.exe "%1"

Frequently associated Windows objects:

MSInfoFile

How Can I Open NFO File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open NFO file is to find a NFO file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a NFO file is not opened in an application and you instead get a "Windows can't open a file" error message you should try looking for an application which can open the file in question.
If you know the application which can open NFO file then run it and see if there is a File->Open main menu option in the application.
If you don't know the application which function as NFO file opener then try to search online for "NFO viewer", "application to open NFO file" or "open NFO file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open NFO file

How Can I Open NFO File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a NFO file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a NFO file is not opened in a Mac OS application and you instead get a "There is no application set to open the file" error message you can click on "Search App Store" in the error dialog and Mac OS will show you applications compatible with NFO file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as NFO file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open NFO file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open NFO file then try to search for "NFO viewer", "application to open NFO file" or "read NFO file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read NFO file

How Can I Open NFO File on Android

If you downloaded a NFO file on Android device you can open it by following steps below:

In the Android apps list on your Android device find "My Files" or "File manager" app and tap to start it.
Tap on "Downloads" folder inside the app.
You should see your downloaded NFO file in that folder.
Tap on the file. If Android device supports opening the file you downloaded it will open in the corresponding app.
If file does not open you can look for the corresponding app that can open the file by searching Android App Store for the "NFO".
If you cannot open the file with the apps from Android App Store it is possible that the file could only be opened on desktop platforms such as Windows or Mac OS. Try searching for "NFO viewer", "NFO file reader" online and see if any desktop applications can open it.
It is also possible that the file you downloaded is outdated and is no longer supported.

How to Open NFO File on iPhone or iPad

To open NFO File on iOS device follow steps below:

We advies to open Files app on your iPhone or iPad device. You can find it by swiping down on the home screen and typing "Files" in the search bar.
Tap on the Downloads folder on the Files app home screen.
You will see all files that you recently downloaded. Tap on the NFO file to view it.
If you have the right app that can open it it will automatically launch and open your file.
If you don't have the app which can open it you need to serch Apple app store for "NFO". This way you can find apps which can open NFO files.
If this doesn't help it is possible that your file could be opened only by the desktop application. To find an app which can open it on desktop look for "NFO viewer" or "NFO file" online in your favorite search engine.

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