CP2 File Extension

What is CP2 file?

Full format name of files that use CP2 extension is ChessBase Theme Classification. ChessBase Theme Classification specification was created by ChessBase GmbH. CP2 file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. CP2 file format, along with 1509 other file formats, belongs to the Game Files category. The most popular software that supports CP2 files is ChessBase Light. Software named ChessBase Light was created by ChessBase GmbH. In order to find more detailed information on the software and CP2 files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support CP2 file extension

Programs that can handle CP2 files are as follows. CP2 files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with CP2 extension?

Being unable to open files with CP2 extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with CP2 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. Get the ChessBase Light

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening CP2 files is that no program that can handle CP2 files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the ChessBase Light developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download ChessBase Light installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit ChessBase GmbH website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of ChessBase Light

If you already have ChessBase Light installed on your systems and CP2 files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. If you have an older version of ChessBase Light installed, it may not support CP2 format. The most recent version of ChessBase Light is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate ChessBase Theme Classification files with ChessBase Light

After installing ChessBase Light (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open CP2 files. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the CP2 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 ChessBase Light is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open CP2 files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the CP2 file and select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select ChessBase Light and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with CP2 extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the CP2 is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the CP2 file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Verify that the CP2 in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the CP2 file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the CP2 file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. CP2 file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If you obtained the problematic CP2 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. It could happen the the download process of file with CP2 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.

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the ChessBase Theme Classification file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run ChessBase Light

If the systems has insufficient resources to open CP2 files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with ChessBase Theme Classification files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the CP2 files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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