TPW File Extension

What is TPW file?

TPW filename suffix is mostly used for Borland Turbo Pascal Unit files. Borland Turbo Pascal Unit specification was created by Embarcadero Technologies, Inc.. TPW files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. TPW file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. Turbo Pascal is by far the most used program for working with TPW files. Turbo Pascal software was developed by Embarcadero Technologies, Inc., and on its official website you may find more information about TPW files or the Turbo Pascal software program.

Programs which support TPW file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support TPW files. TPW files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with TPW extension?

Being unable to open files with TPW extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with TPW extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Download and install Turbo Pascal

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports TPW files installed on the system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Turbo Pascal and install it on your device. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support TPW files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading Turbo Pascal installed is by going to developer’s website (Embarcadero Technologies, Inc.) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Turbo Pascal

If you already have Turbo Pascal installed on your systems and TPW files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that Turbo Pascal cannot handle files with TPW may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of Turbo Pascal is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open TPW files to Turbo Pascal

After installing Turbo Pascal (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open TPW files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the TPW with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• 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 Turbo Pascal is installed, check the Always use this app to open TPW files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

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

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

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

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

Should it happed that the TPW 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 TPW file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

Did you receive the TPW 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. When downloading the file with TPW 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

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Borland Turbo Pascal Unit file.

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

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

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Borland Turbo Pascal Unit files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with TPW files affecting older versions of given software.

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