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DTP File Extension

Publish-iT Document
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    Poster
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    2 (5 votes)

What is DTP file?

DTP filename suffix is mostly used for Publish-iT Document files. Publish-iT Document format was developed by Poster. Files with DTP extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. DTP file format, along with 137 other file formats, belongs to the Layout Files category. The most popular software that supports DTP files is Publish-iT. On the official website of Poster Software developer not only will you find detailed information about thePublish-iT software, but also about DTP and other supported file formats.

Programs which support DTP file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support DTP files. Files with DTP extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

Programs that support DTP file

Windows Windows

How to open file with DTP extension?

Problems with accessing DTP may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with DTP 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. Download and install Publish-iT

Install software to open DTP file The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening DTP files is that no program that can handle DTP files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Publish-iT and install it on your device. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support DTP files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download Publish-iT installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Poster Software website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Publish-iT

Update software that support file extension DTPIf you already have Publish-iT installed on your systems and DTP files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. 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 Publish-iT installed, it may not support DTP format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Publish-iT.

Step 3. Assign Publish-iT to DTP files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate DTP files with latest version of Publish-iT you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Associate software with DTP file on Windows

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

  • Right-click the DTP 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 Publish-iT installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open DTP files box and clicking OK button.
Associate software with DTP file on Mac

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

  • Right-click the DTP file and select Information
  • Open the Open with section by clicking its name
  • Select Publish-iT and click Change for all...
  • A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with DTP extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Ensure that the DTP file is complete and free of errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the DTP file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

Check DTP file for viruses
1. Check the DTP file for viruses or malware

If the DTP is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the DTP file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

If you obtained the problematic DTP file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. When downloading the file with DTP extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Publish-iT Document file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Publish-iT

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with DTP extension. In this case close the other applications.

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 Publish-iT Document file. It may be the case that the DTP files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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