DEVPACKAGE File Extension

What is DEVPACKAGE file?

DEVPACKAGE filename suffix is mostly used for Dev-C++ Package Format files. Files with DEVPACKAGE extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. DEVPACKAGE file format, along with 236 other file formats, belongs to the Compressed Files category. The software recommended for managing DEVPACKAGE files is Dev-C++. Software named Dev-C++ was created by Bloodshed. In order to find more detailed information on the software and DEVPACKAGE files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support DEVPACKAGE file extension

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

Updated: 07/17/2020

How to open file with DEVPACKAGE extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening DEVPACKAGE files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with DEVPACKAGE files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Download and install Dev-C++

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening DEVPACKAGE files is that no program that can handle DEVPACKAGE files is installed on user’s system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Dev-C++. 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 Dev-C++ installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Bloodshed website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update Dev-C++ to the latest version

If the problems with opening DEVPACKAGE files still occur even after installing Dev-C++, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Dev-C++ is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. This can be one of the causes why DEVPACKAGE files are not compatible with Dev-C++. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Dev-C++.

Step 3. Associate Dev-C++ Package Format files with Dev-C++

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate DEVPACKAGE files with latest version of Dev-C++ you have installed on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the DEVPACKAGE file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Dev-C++ is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open DEVPACKAGE files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the DEVPACKAGE file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with DEVPACKAGE extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the DEVPACKAGE is not faulty

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper DEVPACKAGE file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Verify that the DEVPACKAGE in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the DEVPACKAGE is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the scanner detected that the DEVPACKAGE file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the DEVPACKAGE file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. It could happen the the download process of file with DEVPACKAGE 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.

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Dev-C++ Package Format file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Dev-C++

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support DEVPACKAGE files. Close all running programs and try opening the DEVPACKAGE file.

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 Dev-C++ Package Format file. It may be the case that the DEVPACKAGE files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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