TP_PLUGIN File Extension

What is TP_PLUGIN file?

Full format name of files that use TP_PLUGIN extension is ThumbsPlus Format Plugin Format. TP_PLUGIN files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. TP_PLUGIN file format, along with 179 other file formats, belongs to the Plugin Files category. The most popular software that supports TP_PLUGIN files is ThumbsPlus. ThumbsPlus software was developed by Cerious Software, Inc., and on its official website you may find more information about TP_PLUGIN files or the ThumbsPlus software program.

Programs which support TP_PLUGIN file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support TP_PLUGIN files. TP_PLUGIN files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Updated: 08/30/2020

How to open file with TP_PLUGIN extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening TP_PLUGIN files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with TP_PLUGIN 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 TP_PLUGIN files.

Step 1. Get the ThumbsPlus

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening TP_PLUGIN files is that no program that can handle TP_PLUGIN files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download ThumbsPlus and install it on your device. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support TP_PLUGIN files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download ThumbsPlus installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Cerious Software, Inc. website and download from their official repositories.

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

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 The reason that ThumbsPlus cannot handle files with TP_PLUGIN may be that the software is outdated.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

Step 3. Assign ThumbsPlus to TP_PLUGIN files

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

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the TP_PLUGIN file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where ThumbsPlus is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open TP_PLUGIN files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

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

Step 4. Check the TP_PLUGIN 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 TP_PLUGIN file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

If the TP_PLUGIN is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the scanner detected that the TP_PLUGIN file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the TP_PLUGIN 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. When downloading the file with TP_PLUGIN 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. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the ThumbsPlus Format Plugin Format file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle ThumbsPlus

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

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 ThumbsPlus Format Plugin Format files. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle TP_PLUGIN files.

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