DSP File Extension

What is DSP file?

DSP is a file extension commonly associated with Visual C++ 6 Project files. Visual C++ 6 Project format was developed by Microsoft. DSP files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. DSP file format, along with 1205 other file formats, belongs to the Developer Files category. Microsoft Visual Studio is by far the most used program for working with DSP files. Software named Microsoft Visual Studio was created by Microsoft Corporation. In order to find more detailed information on the software and DSP files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support DSP file extension

Programs that can handle DSP files are as follows. Files with DSP 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 DSP extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening DSP files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Visual C++ 6 Project 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. Get the Microsoft Visual Studio

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports DSP files installed on the system. To address this issue, go to the Microsoft Visual Studio developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support DSP files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading Microsoft Visual Studio installed is by going to developer’s website (Microsoft Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update Microsoft Visual Studio to the latest version

If you already have Microsoft Visual Studio installed on your systems and DSP files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. If you have an older version of Microsoft Visual Studio installed, it may not support DSP format. The latest version of Microsoft Visual Studio should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open DSP files to Microsoft Visual Studio

If you have the latest version of Microsoft Visual Studio installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage DSP on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the DSP with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Microsoft Visual Studio is installed, check the Always use this app to open DSP files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the DSP file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select Microsoft Visual Studio and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with DSP extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the DSP for errors

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

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the DSP 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. If the DSP file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

Did you receive the DSP file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. 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 DSP extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Visual C++ 6 Project file again.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Microsoft Visual Studio

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

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Visual C++ 6 Project files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with DSP files affecting older versions of given software.

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