B4P File Extension

What is B4P file?

B4P filename suffix is mostly used for Native Instruments B4 II Preset Format files. B4P file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. B4P file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. The most popular program for handling B4P files is KONTAKT, but users can choose among 1 different programs that support this file format. KONTAKT software was developed by Native Instruments, Inc., and on its official website you may find more information about B4P files or the KONTAKT software program.

Programs which support B4P file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support B4P files. Files with B4P suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

Updated: 02/11/2021

How to open file with B4P extension?

Problems with accessing B4P may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with B4P 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. Get the KONTAKT

Problems with opening and working with B4P files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with B4P files being present on your machine. This one is an easy one. Select KONTAKT or one of the recommended programs (for example, KOMPLETE) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. 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 KONTAKT installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Native Instruments, Inc. website and download from their official repositories.

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

If the problems with opening B4P files still occur even after installing KONTAKT, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of KONTAKT is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of KONTAKT installed, it may not support B4P format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using KONTAKT.

Step 3. Set the default application to open B4P files to KONTAKT

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate B4P files with latest version of KONTAKT 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.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the B4P file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where KONTAKT is installed, check the Always use this app to open B4P files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected B4P file open the file menu and choose Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• 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 B4P extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the B4P for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the B4P file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. The B4P 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 B4P 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 B4P file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Ensure the file with B4P extension is complete and error-free

If the B4P file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. 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 B4P extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

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

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Native Instruments B4 II Preset Format file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open KONTAKT

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support B4P files. Close all running programs and try opening the B4P file.

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Native Instruments B4 II Preset Format files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with B4P files affecting older versions of given software.

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