FGP File Extension

What is FGP file?

FGP is a file extension commonly associated with Folder Guard Passwords files. WinAbility Software Corporation defined the Folder Guard Passwords format standard. FGP file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. FGP file belongs to the Encoded Files category just like 236 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular software that supports FGP files is Folder Guard. Software named Folder Guard was created by WinAbility Software Corporation. In order to find more detailed information on the software and FGP files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support FGP file extension

Programs that can handle FGP files are as follows. Files with FGP 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 FGP extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening FGP files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with FGP 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. Download and install Folder Guard

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports FGP files installed on the system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Folder Guard and install it on your device. 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 Folder Guard installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit WinAbility Software Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Folder Guard

If you already have Folder Guard installed on your systems and FGP files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of Folder Guard installed, it may not support FGP format. The latest version of Folder Guard should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Folder Guard Passwords files with Folder Guard

If you have the latest version of Folder Guard installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage FGP on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the FGP file
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Folder Guard is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open FGP files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with FGP extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select Folder Guard and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with FGP extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the FGP for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the FGP file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the FGP file hinders attempts to open it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the FGP file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

Did you receive the FGP file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. 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. When downloading the file with FGP 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

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Check whether your system can handle Folder Guard

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

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Folder Guard Passwords files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the FGP files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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