IPW File Extension

What is IPW file?

IPW is a file extension commonly associated with UniPlot Graph Format files. IPW file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. IPW file belongs to the Raster Image Files category just like 522 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular software that supports IPW files is UniPlot. Software named UniPlot was created by Uniplot Software. In order to find more detailed information on the software and IPW files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support IPW file extension

The following listing features IPW-compatible programs. Files with IPW 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: 11/15/2020

How to open file with IPW extension?

Being unable to open files with IPW extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with IPW extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with IPW files.

Step 1. Install UniPlot software

Problems with opening and working with IPW files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with IPW files being present on your machine. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download UniPlot and install it on your device. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading UniPlot installed is by going to developer’s website (Uniplot Software) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update UniPlot to the latest version

If the problems with opening IPW files still occur even after installing UniPlot, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of UniPlot is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. This can be one of the causes why IPW files are not compatible with UniPlot. The most recent version of UniPlot is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign UniPlot to IPW files

After installing UniPlot (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open IPW files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the IPW file and choose Open with option
• 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 UniPlot is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open IPW files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected IPW file open the file menu and choose Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select UniPlot and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with IPW extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Ensure that the IPW file is complete and free of 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 IPW file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

Should it happed that the IPW is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the IPW file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the IPW file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the IPW file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. If the IPW file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

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

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

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

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with IPW extension. In this case close the other applications.

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 UniPlot Graph Format file. It may be the case that the IPW files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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