Tips to open DUP2 file
Can't open the DUP2 file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open DUP2 files as well as a list of programs that support DUP2 files.
DUP2 file extension
| File Name |
Samsung Kies Duplicate Media |
| File Developer |
Samsung Group |
| File Category |
Misc Files |
The DUP2 file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the DUP2 files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the DUP2 file on each system platform.
What is DUP2 file?
The file in the DUP2 format belongs to the Misc Files category. The author of this format is Samsung Group. Additionally, the Misc Files category contains 6033 of other files. Samsung Kies Duplicate Media appears on 2 operating systems as a functional file. The file will work on Android, Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The main program that supports this format is Samsung Kies. This was created by Samsung Group. There are also 1 alternative programs to handle the DUP2 file. Google Android will apply when it is not possible to use Samsung Kies.
How to open DUP2 file?
The main problem with Samsung Kies Duplicate Media is that the DUP2 file is incorrectly associated with programs. Thus, when you open DUP2, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. This problem can be easily remedied.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the DUP2 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 Samsung Kies
An often overlooked issue is to make sure that Samsung Kies is installed on the computer. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name Samsung Kies in it. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file DUP2 with Samsung Kies. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open DUP2 files.
Programs to open DUP2 file
Remember to download programs supporting DUP2 files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Samsung Kies with DUP2 files
However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the DUP2 file to open in the Samsung Kies application, but you can set it manually. 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. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the DUP2 file with the Samsung Kies program.
Step 3. Update Samsung Kies to the latest version
If, however, after binding Samsung Kies with Samsung Kies Duplicate Media there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the Samsung Group page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the DUP2 file
If the above steps do not help, you can assume that the file itself is not correct. File problems can be divided into the following:
Very often, the file may be size 0 or incomplete. This suggests truncating the DUP2 file contents when downloading or copying. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. 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 DUP2 or the program directory. Sometimes virus-infected DUP2 files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the DUP2 file. On their websites, developers usually offer free solutions to such problems, e.g. in the form of a conversion program or an older version of the program.
There can be many reasons for the failure. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged DUP2 files. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact Samsung Group
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted file DUP2 except for the special designation, works normally, but only on the device where it was encrypted, before transferring it to another machine, decryption is required.
Some operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. These directories are write-protected to them and it's very hard to fix this problem. Copying the DUP2 file to another location will fix the problem.
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. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the DUP2 file again. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If this does not work either, restart the device.
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