Tips to open DGP file
Can't open the DGP file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open DGP files as well as a list of programs that support DGP files.
DGP file extension
The DGP file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the DGP files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the DGP file on each system platform.
What is DGP file?
The file with the extension DGP is the Raster Image Files file type. Raster Image Files consists of 522 similar files. Atari Picture Image Format is most often found on 1 operating systems. These systems consist of Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. The main program that supports this format is RECOIL. This was created by Piotr Fusik and Adrian Matoga.
How to open DGP file?
The most common problem when using Atari Picture Image Format is that a specific DGP is not associated with the program. This causes the file DGP to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. This problem can be easily remedied.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the DGP file icon you want to open. If the operating system has an appropriate application to support it and there is also an association between the file and the program, the file should be opened.
Step 1. Install RECOIL
An often overlooked issue is to make sure that RECOIL is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing RECOIL into the operating system search engine. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file DGP with RECOIL. Below is a list of programs that support the file DGP.
Programs to open DGP file
Remember to download programs supporting DGP files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of RECOIL with DGP files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the DGP file still does not use the RECOIL program, it means no association. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select Properties. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Using the "Change" button we can set the program to handle this type. It may happen that in the next window there will be no appropriate program - however, this can be corrected with the "Browse" option where you should manually indicate the program location. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the DGP file with the RECOIL application.
Step 3. Update RECOIL to the latest version
If, however, after binding RECOIL with Atari Picture Image Format there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. In this case, use the Piotr Fusik and Adrian Matoga website or update the program from the application.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the DGP file
If the above steps do not help, you can assume that the file itself is not correct. The most common file problems are:
The DGP file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the DGP file. The file should be downloaded again, making sure that the process has finished correctly.
The computer may have fallen victim to a computer virus or hacker. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. If this is not possible, you can use the online scanner. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file DGP or the program directory. Sometimes virus-infected DGP files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the DGP file. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
There can be many reasons for the failure. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged DGP files. You can restore the file from a backup or use help.
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted DGP files can be used by the device on which they were encrypted, on any other device it is required to have the appropriate cryptographic key and decrypt the file before its recovery.
Some of the system directories are excluded from modification. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. If possible, you can try to move the DGP file to another location.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Closing other programs should help. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the DGP file for a certain period of time. If this does not work either, restart the device.
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