Tips to open FP_FOLDER_INFO file

Can't open the FP_FOLDER_INFO file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open FP_FOLDER_INFO files as well as a list of programs that support FP_FOLDER_INFO files.

FP_FOLDER_INFO file extension

File Name Microsoft SharePoint Data Format
File Category Misc Files

The FP_FOLDER_INFO file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the FP_FOLDER_INFO files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the FP_FOLDER_INFO file on each system platform.

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What is FP_FOLDER_INFO file?

The file in the FP_FOLDER_INFO format belongs to the Misc Files category. Additionally, the Misc Files category contains 6033 of other files. Microsoft SharePoint Data Format appears on 1 operating systems as a functional file. Although it can be found with greater or lesser success on any operating system, it will only be useful on Windows. The main program that supports this format is Microsoft SharePoint Workspace. This was created by Microsoft Corporation. Alternatively, you can use 1 other programs. You can use Microsoft SharePoint Server in case Microsoft SharePoint Workspace cannot be used.

How to open FP_FOLDER_INFO file?

The main problem with Microsoft SharePoint Data Format is that the FP_FOLDER_INFO file is incorrectly associated with programs. This is manifested by the fact that FP_FOLDER_INFO files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. How to solve such a problem?

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the FP_FOLDER_INFO 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 Microsoft SharePoint Workspace

In this case, you should first verify that the Microsoft SharePoint Workspace application is installed on the computer. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name Microsoft SharePoint Workspace in it. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open FP_FOLDER_INFO files.

Step 2. Create association of Microsoft SharePoint Workspace with FP_FOLDER_INFO files

If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the FP_FOLDER_INFO file still does not use the Microsoft SharePoint Workspace program, it means no association. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. The window will show, among other things, the type of the file and the information by which the program is used to launch the file. Using the "Change" button we can select the desired program. The program should be visible in the window, otherwise it should be selected manually using the "Browse" button and the program installation directory should be indicated. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the FP_FOLDER_INFO file with the Microsoft SharePoint Workspace application.

Step 3. Update Microsoft SharePoint Workspace to the latest version

If, despite the association of the Microsoft SharePoint Workspace program with the Microsoft SharePoint Data Format file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version. This can be done using the application (if it provides such options) or from the Microsoft Corporation website and install the latest version.

Step 4. Check for the following problems with the FP_FOLDER_INFO file

The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. This could be due to the file itself, the cleanest issues are:

The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. Usually this applies to FP_FOLDER_INFO files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file FP_FOLDER_INFO or the program directory. However, remember that not every infected FP_FOLDER_INFO file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the FP_FOLDER_INFO files changes over time. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
There can be many reasons for this. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair FP_FOLDER_INFO file corruption. 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 file FP_FOLDER_INFO 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. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. If possible, you can try to move the FP_FOLDER_INFO file to another location.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the FP_FOLDER_INFO file for a certain period of time. If this does not work either, restart the device.