IM files: what are they and how do I open them?
Are you facing difficulties opening unknown files on your computer, or wondering exactly what this file is?
We've got the information and best software solutions for opening these files effortlessly.
.im file type #1: SunOS grayscale raster
It is likely that any im files you encounter are raster images in a specific, grey scale format from the SunOS operating system.
Further details:
im file format is a type of image file used by SunOS, a version of the Unix operating system developed by Sun Microsystems.
This file format is specifically used for storing grey scale bitmap pictures.
Open file with:
SunOS
A unix operating system for workstations and servers
XnView MP
A popular utility for viewing and converting graphic files
.im file type #2: Trainz Railroad Simulator indexed mesh
An im file extension is related to the Trainz Railroad Simulator and used for its indexed mesh.
Further details:
The im file extension is mainly related to Trainz computer game series and sued for indexed mesh files are used together with bitmap images to generate 3D models.
Over the years, different releases of Trainz have had different titles: Trainz, Trainz Railroad Simulator, Trainz UTC, TRS2004, TRS2006, Trainz Classics, TS2009 and TS2010 (the latest release). All support files with the .im file extension which is used together with bitmap images to generate three dimensional models for use in the game.
The file extension PM (progressive mesh) was used for the same purpose in the same game but is now obsolete, although most if not all Trainz releases will still open it.
Open file with:
Trainz Railroad Simulator
A railorad simulator