Tips to open IMP file
Can't open the IMP file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open IMP files as well as a list of programs that support IMP files.
IMP file extension
| File Name |
FileMaker Pro Import Data Filter |
| File Developer |
FileMaker, Inc. |
| File Category |
Data Files |
The IMP file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the IMP files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the IMP file on each system platform.
What is IMP file?
The file with the extension IMP is the Data Files file type. It was designed by FileMaker, Inc.. Additionally, the Data Files category contains 1326 of other files. FileMaker Pro Import Data Filter appears on 1 operating systems as a functional file. 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 FileMaker Pro. This was created by FileMaker, Inc..
How to open IMP file?
An often recurring problem with FileMaker Pro Import Data Filter is that IMP is not associated with the correct program file. This causes the file IMP to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the IMP 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 FileMaker Pro
An often overlooked issue is to make sure that FileMaker Pro is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing FileMaker Pro 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. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open IMP files.
Programs to open IMP file
Remember to download programs supporting IMP files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of FileMaker Pro with IMP files
However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the IMP file to open in the FileMaker Pro application, but you can set it manually. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select Properties. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of file. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. 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 IMP file with the FileMaker Pro program.
Step 3. Update FileMaker Pro to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the FileMaker Pro program, it is possible that FileMaker Pro Import Data Filter requires a newer version of the program. This can be done using the application (if it provides such options) or from the FileMaker, Inc. website and install the latest version.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the IMP 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:
The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. This suggests truncating the IMP 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. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the IMP file that we want to open. However, remember that not every infected IMP 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 IMP 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 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 IMP files. You can restore the file from a backup or use FileMaker, Inc. help.
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted IMP 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 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 IMP file to another location.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. 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 IMP file for a certain period of time. If the problem persists, restart the machine.
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