Tips to open HPJ file
Can't open the HPJ file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open HPJ files as well as a list of programs that support HPJ files.
HPJ file extension
| File Name |
Help Project Format |
| File Developer |
Microsoft |
| File Category |
System Files |
The HPJ file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the HPJ files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the HPJ file on each system platform.
What is HPJ file?
The HPJ file has been categorized as System Files. The author of this format is Microsoft. In addition to this file, the System Files category includes 323 related files. Help Project Format appears on 2 operating systems as a functional file. These systems consist of Mac OS, Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. The main program that supports this format is Adobe RoboHelp. This was created by Adobe Systems Incorporated. This file type can also be opened by 2 other programs. You can use Microsoft Windows Help in case Adobe RoboHelp cannot be used.
How to open HPJ file?
An often recurring problem with Help Project Format is that HPJ is not associated with the correct program file. This is manifested by the fact that HPJ 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 HPJ 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 Adobe RoboHelp
The first step is to check if the computer has the Adobe RoboHelp program installed. This can be achieved by typing Adobe RoboHelp into the operating system search engine. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Below you will find a list of applications that support HPJ files.
Programs to open HPJ file
Remember to download programs supporting HPJ files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Adobe RoboHelp with HPJ files
If, despite the installed application, the HPJ file does not start in the Adobe RoboHelp application, you must create a file 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 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. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the HPJ file with the Adobe RoboHelp program.
Step 3. Update Adobe RoboHelp to the latest version
If, despite the association of the Adobe RoboHelp program with the Help Project Format file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the Adobe Systems Incorporated page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the HPJ file
Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. This could be due to the file itself, the cleanest issues are:
Very often, the file may be size 0 or incomplete. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the HPJ file. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The computer may have fallen victim to a computer virus or hacker. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the HPJ file that we want to open. Sometimes virus-infected HPJ files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the HPJ file. Help should be sought from the software developer, as they usually recommend using free file converters or installing an older version of the program.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair HPJ file corruption. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact Microsoft
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted HPJ files cannot be played on other computers than the one on which they were encrypted, they must be decrypted before using on another device.
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. If possible, you can try to move the HPJ file to another location.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. In this case, the HPJ file is blocked by the first application to open it. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the HPJ file again. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If the problem persists, restart the machine.
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