FCHP File Extension

What is FCHP file?

FCHP is a file extension commonly associated with Fetch Preference files. Fetch Preference format was developed by Fetch Softworks. FCHP files are supported by software applications available for devices running Mac OS. FCHP file format, along with 1305 other file formats, belongs to the Settings Files category. The most popular software that supports FCHP files is Fetch. On the official website of Fetch Softworks developer not only will you find detailed information about theFetch software, but also about FCHP and other supported file formats.

Programs which support FCHP file extension

Programs that can handle FCHP files are as follows. Files with FCHP 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.

How to open file with FCHP extension?

Being unable to open files with FCHP extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with FCHP extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with FCHP files.

Step 1. Get the Fetch

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening FCHP files is that no program that can handle FCHP files is installed on user’s system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Fetch. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download Fetch installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Fetch Softworks website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Fetch

You still cannot access FCHP files although Fetch is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. If you have an older version of Fetch installed, it may not support FCHP 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 Fetch.

Step 3. Associate Fetch Preference files with Fetch

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

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 FCHP 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 Fetch is installed, check the Always use this app to open FCHP files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected FCHP file open the file menu and choose Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select Fetch and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with FCHP extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

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

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the FCHP file is valid. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

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

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

Did you receive the FCHP 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. If the FCHP file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Fetch Preference file again.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Fetch

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support FCHP files. Close all running programs and try opening the FCHP 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 Fetch Preference file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle FCHP files.

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