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HAP File Extension

HAP Compressed Format Archive
  • Developer
    Hamarsoft
  • Category
    Archive Files
  • Popularity
    2.6 (3 votes)

What is HAP file?

HAP filename suffix is mostly used for HAP Compressed Format Archive files. Hamarsoft defined the HAP Compressed Format Archive format standard. HAP file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. HAP file belongs to the Archive Files category just like 619 other filename extensions listed in our database. The software recommended for managing HAP files is HAP. On the official website of Hamarsoft developer not only will you find detailed information about theHAP software, but also about HAP and other supported file formats.

Programs which support HAP file extension

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

Programs that support HAP file

Windows Windows

How to open file with HAP extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening HAP files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with HAP extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Get the HAP

Install software to open HAP file The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening HAP files is that no program that can handle HAP files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download HAP and install it on your device. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support HAP files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading HAP installed is by going to developer’s website (Hamarsoft) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of HAP and update if needed

Update software that support file extension HAPIf you already have HAP installed on your systems and HAP 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 HAP installed, it may not support HAP format. The most recent version of HAP is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open HAP files to HAP

After installing HAP (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open HAP files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Associate software with HAP file on Windows

Change the default application in Windows

  • Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the HAP file
  • Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
  • Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where HAP is installed, check the Always use this app to open HAP files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button
Associate software with HAP file on Mac

Change the default application in Mac OS

  • By clicking right mouse button on the selected HAP file open the file menu and choose Information
  • Open the Open with section by clicking its name
  • Select HAP and click Change for all...
  • Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with HAP extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

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

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the HAP file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

Check HAP file for viruses
1. Verify that the HAP in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the HAP is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the HAP file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. HAP file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If you obtained the problematic HAP 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 HAP extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the HAP Compressed Format Archive file again.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open HAP

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with HAP 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 HAP Compressed Format Archive file. It may be the case that the HAP files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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