Tips to open KPS file
Can't open the KPS file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open KPS files as well as a list of programs that support KPS files.
KPS file extension
| File Name |
IBM KIPS Bitmap Image Graphics |
| File Category |
Graphic Files |
The KPS file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the KPS files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the KPS file on each system platform.
What is KPS file?
The file with the extension KPS is the Graphic Files file type. In addition to this file, the Graphic Files category includes 524 related files. IBM KIPS Bitmap Image Graphics is most often found on 1 operating systems. The file will work on Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. It is recommended to use XnView to handle this file. This is a program created by Pierre-Emmanuel Gougelet.
How to open KPS file?
An often recurring problem with IBM KIPS Bitmap Image Graphics is that KPS is not associated with the correct program file. Thus, when you open KPS, 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 KPS 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 XnView
An often overlooked issue is to make sure that XnView is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name XnView into the system search engine. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Below is a list of programs that support the file KPS.
Programs to open KPS file
Remember to download programs supporting KPS files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of XnView with KPS files
However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the KPS file to open in the XnView 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 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. 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. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the KPS file with the XnView program.
Step 3. Update XnView to the latest version
If, however, after binding XnView with IBM KIPS Bitmap Image Graphics there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. In this case, use the Pierre-Emmanuel Gougelet website or update the program from the application.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the KPS file
Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. The most common file problems are:
The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. Usually this applies to KPS files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The computer may have fallen victim to a computer virus or hacker. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our KPS file. However, remember that not every infected KPS file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the KPS file. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
There can be many reasons for this. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular KPS file corruption. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact N/A
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted KPS 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 operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. If possible, you can try to move the KPS 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. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the KPS file again. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the KPS file for a certain period of time. If this does not work either, restart the device.
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