How to Fix Can't Open JPG in Windows 10/11? - 9 Ways!

Category: Repair Files

October 27, 2023 5 mins read

JPG is the standard format for picture files across the globe. It is hard to come by a device (phone and PC) that does not have a native viewer for a JPG file. In the same vein, it is almost impossible to see a supposed photo-viewing app that does not support JPG. Despite all these, we can often run into situations where a JPG file won't open.

Anyway, in this article, you will learn why JPG won't open on Windows 10/11 and ways to fix it.

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There are a few reasons why JPG files won't open on Windows 10 or 11. They include, but are not limited to:

There are a few reasons why JPG files won't open on Windows 10 or 11. They include, but are not limited to:

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2 Rename the JPEG File

Rename the file, whether for photos or videos, may help to fix small glitches. We' don't know why, but this works sometimes.

Step 1: Navigate to the file you want to rename and right-click on it.

Step 2: Select Rename from the options; then, go ahead and rename the extension. (The extension characters are ALWAYS after the period.)

Step 3: In case the file is not showing the extension, go to the top panel of the File Explorer app and click View.

Step 4: Check the box beside File name extensions.

3 Update Windows 10 Photo Viewer

If the problem is coming from the Photo Viewer app, one sure way to fix it is by updating it. When an app runs on the latest version, there's a very low chance of it running into glitches and issues.

The Windows 10 Photo Viewer updates come as updates to the Windows itself. What this means is that you can either separately update the app or choose to update your Windows. Follow the steps below to update your Windows 10:

Step 1: Press the Windows key on your keyboard, or click the Windows icon at the bottom left of your screen with your mouse.

Step 2: Click the Gear icon right above the Power icon.

Step 3: Go to Updates and security. It is the last option in the settings pane. Then click Check for updates.

Step 4: If there are updates, download and install them. Then restart your PC and check if the issue is still there.

Alternatively, you can choose to update only the Photo Viewer app. To do this,

Step 1: Go to Microsoft store by typing Microsoft store in the search box.

Step 2: Click the three horizontal dots at the top right corner and select Downloads and updates.

Step 3: Look for Photo App or Microsoft Photos and click Get updates. Wait for it to download and install; then, restart your PC.

4 Run an SFC Scan

If some essential operating system components are broken, one of the results can be the inability to open JPG files. You can run an SFC scan to fix this on Windows 10. Follow the steps below to run an SFC scan:

Step 1: Type CMD in the search box.

Step 2: Right-click on Command Prompt and select Run as administrator.

Step 3: Type sfc/scannow and hit enter on your keyboard and restart your PC immediately.

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5 Change the Default App for Viewing Pictures to Photos App

It could be that there's a problem of software conflict between the Photos app and other third-party photo viewing apps. It could even be that two third-party apps are clashing over who should rule on your PC. To remedy this, change the default app for viewing photos to the native Windows Photo app. To do that, follow the steps below:

Step 1: Hit the Windows icon, then Settings, and go to Apps.

Step 2: Go to Default apps and click Photo viewer and choose Photos.

Step 3: Or scroll down and hit Reset. Doing this will reset all your app preferences to their defaults.

6 Reset the Photo App

If you suspect that the Photos App is malfunctioning, you can be able to repair right on your PC. Windows makes provision for repairing apps that are not damaged beyond repair. Follow the steps below to fix a damaged Photo App:

Step 1: Hit the Windows icon, and go to Apps then go to Applications and Features.

Step 2: Scroll down until you find the Photos app. Click on it and select Advanced from the dropdown.

Step 3: Click on the Reset button at the bottom of the screen.

Step 4: Now, try to view the JPG file again.

7 Open the JPG File in Another Application

If, after following all the steps above, you are still unable to open a JPG file, you can try opening the file in another photo viewing app. Some good alternatives and substitutes include Picasa, Photoshop, Cool File Viewer, Paint 3D, etc.

8 Retransfer the JPG File

It could be that while transferring the JPG file, it secured some damages. A quick fix is to get another copy of the JPG file from the original source.

There are a few reasons why JPG files won't open on Windows 10 or 11. They include, but are not limited to:

Normally, being unable to open, transfer, or edit JPG files or any other files on Windows often happens when there is an accidentally closing operation, a bug when saving files, or other potential wrong actions. Here are what you should know to avoid JPG problems include not opening.

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Whenever a JPG file inot opening on Windows 10/11, don't worry too much about it because there are quick and extensive solutions for you to choose from. In this article, 8 methods of fixing the issue have been provided, so you have plenty of options. A one-stop photo repair tool can fix your photos within 3 steps. Just give it a shot!

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