File Extension Database

Open EPS File

EPS file extension is commonly used to open vector graphics, but there are instances when it is also used to read bitmap graphics. EPS stands for Encapsulated PostScript which is used to import and export PostScript files. An EPS file contains a PostScript that describes the content of the file itself including the preview of it. This can include a 2D vector graphics, text, and bitmap images. Files of this extension can run on both Mac and Windows.

EPS file need to follow rules in defining a PostScript. Information includes Header and BoundingBox. The file should be on a single page indicated by %%Pages with values 0 or 1. File should not use operators affecting the global state. And lastly the file should not use showpage, part of an operator for PostScript.

A BoundingBox Adobe Document Structuring Conventions (DSC) comment indicates the location of the image described in the EPS file. The BoundingBox may look like %%BoundingBox: llx lly urx ury where x and y are the coordinates of the images.

Software application such as AVS, ghostscript, ghostview, and Microsoft WORD can open EPS files. For Mac operating system, application such as Apple Preview, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Photoshop, QuarkXpress, and IMSI TurboCAD can open EPS files. CorelDRAW for Windows can also open files with this extension.

Typical EPS application file locations:

C:\Program Files (x86)\Ghostgum\gsview\gsview32.exe "%1"

Typical EPS mime types:

application/postscript

Frequently used application names to open EPS files:

Ghostgum

Frequently associated Windows objects:

EncapsulatedPostscript
psfile

How Can I Open EPS File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open EPS file is to find a EPS file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a EPS 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 EPS 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 EPS file opener then try to search online for "EPS viewer", "application to open EPS file" or "open EPS file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open EPS file

How Can I Open EPS File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a EPS file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a EPS 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 EPS file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as EPS file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open EPS file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open EPS file then try to search for "EPS viewer", "application to open EPS file" or "read EPS file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read EPS file

How Can I Open EPS File on Android

If you downloaded a EPS 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 EPS 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 "EPS".
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 "EPS viewer", "EPS 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 EPS File on iPhone or iPad

To open EPS 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 EPS 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 "EPS". This way you can find apps which can open EPS 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 "EPS viewer" or "EPS file" online in your favorite search engine.