LPCM File Extension

What is LPCM file?

LPCM is a file extension commonly associated with Movie Maker Audio Format files. LPCM file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with LPCM extension are categorized as Audio Files files. The Audio Files subset comprises 771 various file formats. The most popular software that supports LPCM files is Windows Movie Maker. Software named Windows Movie Maker was created by Microsoft Corporation. In order to find more detailed information on the software and LPCM files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support LPCM file extension

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

Updated: 07/22/2020

How to open file with LPCM extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening LPCM files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with LPCM 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 Windows Movie Maker

Problems with opening and working with LPCM files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with LPCM files being present on your machine. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Windows Movie Maker 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 Windows Movie Maker installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Microsoft Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update Windows Movie Maker to the latest version

If you already have Windows Movie Maker installed on your systems and LPCM 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 Windows Movie Maker installed, it may not support LPCM format. The latest version of Windows Movie Maker should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Movie Maker Audio Format files with Windows Movie Maker

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

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the LPCM file and choose Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Windows Movie Maker installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open LPCM files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the LPCM file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with LPCM extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the LPCM is not faulty

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 LPCM file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the LPCM file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the LPCM is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the LPCM file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. LPCM file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the LPCM file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. 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 LPCM extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

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 Movie Maker Audio Format file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Windows Movie Maker

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support LPCM files. Close all running programs and try opening the LPCM file.

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Movie Maker Audio Format files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with LPCM files affecting older versions of given software.

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