HP File Extension

What is HP file?

HP filename suffix is mostly used for HP Graphics Language Plotter files. HP files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. Files with HP extension are categorized as Graphic Files files. The Graphic Files subset comprises 524 various file formats. The software recommended for managing HP files is XnView. On the official website of Pierre-Emmanuel Gougelet developer not only will you find detailed information about theXnView software, but also about HP and other supported file formats.

Programs which support HP file extension

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

How to open file with HP extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening HP files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to HP Graphics Language Plotter files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Download and install XnView

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports HP files installed on the system. To address this issue, go to the XnView developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading XnView installed is by going to developer’s website (Pierre-Emmanuel Gougelet) and downloading the software using provided links.

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

If the problems with opening HP files still occur even after installing XnView, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of XnView is available. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that XnView cannot handle files with HP may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of XnView should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate HP Graphics Language Plotter files with XnView

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate HP files with latest version of XnView you have installed on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the HP file
• 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 XnView installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open HP files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with HP extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• 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 HP extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the HP for errors

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper HP file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the HP 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. HP file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

Did you receive the HP file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. When downloading the file with HP extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

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 HP Graphics Language Plotter file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle XnView

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

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with HP Graphics Language Plotter file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with HP files affecting older versions of given software.

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