MCP filename suffix is mostly used for MSN Content Plus Installer Format Archive files. MSN Content Plus Installer Format Archive specification was created by Microsoft. MCP files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. MCP file belongs to the Compressed Files category just like 236 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular software that supports MCP files is Windows Live Messenger. Windows Live Messenger software was developed by Microsoft Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about MCP files or the Windows Live Messenger software program.
Below is a table that list programs that support MCP files. Files with MCP suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.
Being unable to open files with MCP extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with MCP 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.
The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports MCP files installed on the system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Windows Live Messenger. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support MCP files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Windows Live Messenger website and download the installer.
You still cannot access MCP files although Windows Live Messenger is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that Windows Live Messenger cannot handle files with MCP may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Windows Live Messenger.
If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate MCP files with latest version of Windows Live Messenger you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.
Selecting the first-choice application in Windows
Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS
If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the MCP file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.
Should it happed that the MCP is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the MCP file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.
If the MCP file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. When downloading the file with MCP extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.
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 MSN Content Plus Installer Format Archive file again.
The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support MCP files. Close all running programs and try opening the MCP file.
Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with MSN Content Plus Installer Format Archive files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with MCP files affecting older versions of given software.
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