GP4 File Extension

What is GP4 file?

Guitar Pro 4 is a program for the creation of music through guitar compositions. The .GP4 file format is used to contain information about the different types of musical notes being played on the program. This could include the bass, guitar, or other musical notations. The .GP4 files are compatible with Guitar Pro or other guitar notation applications. It has been developed by Arobas Music and tends to hold information for musicians which can be accessed using Guitar Pro 4.

Programs which support GP4 file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open GP4 files divided into 3 categories according to system platform supported. Files with GP4 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: 06/04/2020

How to open file with GP4 extension?

Problems with accessing GP4 may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with GP4 files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with GP4 files.

Step 1. Download and install TuxGuitar

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening GP4 files is that no program that can handle GP4 files is installed on user’s system. This one is an easy one. Select TuxGuitar or one of the recommended programs (for example, DGuitar, Guitar Pro, MID Converter) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit TuxGuitar website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of TuxGuitar and update if needed

If you already have TuxGuitar installed on your systems and GP4 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. The reason that TuxGuitar cannot handle files with GP4 may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of TuxGuitar is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open GP4 files to TuxGuitar

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate GP4 files with latest version of TuxGuitar 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

• Clicking the GP4 with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the TuxGuitar installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open GP4 files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with GP4 extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with GP4 extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the GP4 for errors

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 GP4 file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the GP4 file for viruses or malware

If the GP4 is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the scanner detected that the GP4 file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Verify that the GP4 file’s structure is intact

If you obtained the problematic GP4 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 GP4 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 Guitar Pro 4 Tablature file.

4. Check whether your system can handle TuxGuitar

If the systems has insufficient resources to open GP4 files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Guitar Pro 4 Tablature file. It may be the case that the GP4 files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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