BPI File Extension

What is BPI file?

BPI is a file extension commonly associated with IBM Voice Type Languages New User files. IBM defined the IBM Voice Type Languages New User format standard. BPI file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with BPI extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. IBM Voice Type is by far the most used program for working with BPI files. IBM Voice Type software was developed by IBM, and on its official website you may find more information about BPI files or the IBM Voice Type software program.

Programs which support BPI file extension

The following listing features BPI-compatible programs. Files with BPI suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with BPI extension?

Problems with accessing BPI may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with BPI files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Get the IBM Voice Type

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports BPI files installed on the system. To address this issue, go to the IBM Voice Type developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. If you want to download IBM Voice Type installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit IBM website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of IBM Voice Type and update if needed

You still cannot access BPI files although IBM Voice Type is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. If you have an older version of IBM Voice Type installed, it may not support BPI format. The latest version of IBM Voice Type should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open BPI files to IBM Voice Type

After installing IBM Voice Type (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open BPI files. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the BPI file and choose Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the IBM Voice Type installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open BPI files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the BPI file and select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with BPI extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the BPI is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the BPI file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. The BPI may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

Should it happed that the BPI is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the scanner detected that the BPI file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Ensure the file with BPI extension is complete and error-free

If you obtained the problematic BPI file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. It could happen the the download process of file with BPI extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the IBM Voice Type Languages New User file again.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run IBM Voice Type

If the systems has insufficient resources to open BPI files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with IBM Voice Type Languages New User file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with BPI files affecting older versions of given software.

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