NP2 File Extension

What is NP2 file?

Full format name of files that use NP2 extension is Picture Control Utility Picture Control Data Format. NP2 files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. Files with NP2 extension are categorized as Settings Files files. The Settings Files subset comprises 1305 various file formats. Users are advised to use Picture Control Utility software for managing NP2 files, although 2 other programs can also handle this type of file. Software named Picture Control Utility was created by Nikon Corporation. In order to find more detailed information on the software and NP2 files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support NP2 file extension

Programs that can handle NP2 files are as follows. Files with NP2 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: 12/22/2019

How to open file with NP2 extension?

Problems with accessing NP2 may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with NP2 files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install Picture Control Utility software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening NP2 files is that no program that can handle NP2 files is installed on user’s system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing Picture Control Utility or different compatible program, such as ViewNX, Nikon Capture NX-D. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support NP2 files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading Picture Control Utility installed is by going to developer’s website (Nikon Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update Picture Control Utility to the latest version

If the problems with opening NP2 files still occur even after installing Picture Control Utility, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Picture Control Utility is available. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. This can be one of the causes why NP2 files are not compatible with Picture Control Utility. The most recent version of Picture Control Utility is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Picture Control Utility to NP2 files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate NP2 files with latest version of Picture Control Utility you have installed on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the NP2 file and choose Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Picture Control Utility is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open NP2 files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected NP2 file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with NP2 extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Ensure that the NP2 file is complete and free of errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the NP2 file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Verify that the NP2 in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the NP2 file hinders attempts to open 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 NP2 file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If you obtained the problematic NP2 file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. 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 NP2 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 in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Picture Control Utility

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with NP2 extension. In this case close the other applications.

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Picture Control Utility Picture Control Data Format file. It may be the case that the NP2 files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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