OSP File Extension

What is OSP file?

OSP (OpenShot Project File) is a file format used by OpenShot, a video editing software. OSP files do not contain video, audio or image data, only references to such resources. OSP files also store video transition data, animations, and links to other resources. Projects saved as OSP files can be further edited and exported into other files at any given time. OpenShot uses Ffmpeg codec, which supports multiple video and audio formats, as well as static images

OpenShot

OpenShot software is available for Linux under open-source license. The program is a nonlinear video editor that allows user to edit single frames without affecting the source video (changes are saved to an OSP file). This approach offers more precision and focuses in detail.

Programs which support OSP file extension

The following listing features OSP-compatible programs. Files with OSP 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: 11/18/2023

How to open file with OSP extension?

Problems with accessing OSP may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with OSP 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 OSP files.

Step 1. Install OpenShot software

Problems with opening and working with OSP files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with OSP files being present on your machine. To address this issue, go to the OpenShot developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading OpenShot installed is by going to developer’s website (OpenShot Studios) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of OpenShot

If you already have OpenShot installed on your systems and OSP 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. This can be one of the causes why OSP files are not compatible with OpenShot. The most recent version of OpenShot is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate OpenShot Project Format files with OpenShot

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate OSP files with latest version of OpenShot you have installed on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the OSP 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
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the OpenShot installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open OSP files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected OSP 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 the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with OSP extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the OSP is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the OSP file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the OSP file for viruses or malware

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

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

If the OSP file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. It could happen the the download process of file with OSP extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

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 OpenShot

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

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

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

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