HDP File Extension

What is HDP file?

HDP is a file extension commonly associated with HD Photo Format files. HD Photo Format specification was created by Microsoft. HDP files are supported by software applications available for devices running Mac OS, Windows. HDP file format, along with 522 other file formats, belongs to the Raster Image Files category. The most popular program for handling HDP files is Microsoft Windows Photos, but users can choose among 4 different programs that support this file format.

Programs which support HDP file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open HDP files divided into 2 categories according to system platform supported. Files with HDP 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 HDP extension?

Problems with accessing HDP may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with HDP 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 Microsoft Windows Photos

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening HDP files is that no program that can handle HDP files is installed on user’s system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing Microsoft Windows Photos or different compatible program, such as PhotoPlus, Adobe Photoshop, FastPictureViewer. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support HDP files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading Microsoft Windows Photos installed is by going to developer’s website () and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Microsoft Windows Photos

If the problems with opening HDP files still occur even after installing Microsoft Windows Photos, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Microsoft Windows Photos is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. This can be one of the causes why HDP files are not compatible with Microsoft Windows Photos. The latest version of Microsoft Windows Photos should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Microsoft Windows Photos to HDP files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate HDP files with latest version of Microsoft Windows Photos you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the HDP 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 Windows Photos is installed, check the Always use this app to open HDP files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with HDP extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with HDP extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

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

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

1. The HDP may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

Should it happed that the HDP is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the HDP file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. HDP file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the HDP 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. If the HDP file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the HD Photo Format file again.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Microsoft Windows Photos

If the systems has insufficient resources to open HDP 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 HD Photo Format files. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle HDP files.

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