Tips to open MPS file
Can't open the MPS file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open MPS files as well as a list of programs that support MPS files.
MPS file extension
| File Name |
Pocket Streets Map Format |
| File Developer |
Microsoft |
| File Category |
GIS Files |
The MPS file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the MPS files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the MPS file on each system platform.
What is MPS file?
The MPS file has been categorized as GIS Files. The creator of this file is Microsoft. In addition to this file, the GIS Files category includes 255 related files. Pocket Streets Map Format is supported by 1 operating systems. The file will work on Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. It is recommended to use MapPoint to handle this file. This is a program created by Microsoft Corporation. This file type can also be opened by 1 other programs. You can use Windows Media Player in case MapPoint cannot be used.
How to open MPS file?
The main problem with Pocket Streets Map Format is that the MPS file is incorrectly associated with programs. This is manifested by the fact that MPS files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the MPS 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 MapPoint
In this case, you should first verify that the MapPoint application is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name MapPoint 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 MPS.
Programs to open MPS file
Remember to download programs supporting MPS files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of MapPoint with MPS files
However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the MPS file to open in the MapPoint application, but you can set it manually. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. 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 MPS file with the MapPoint application.
Step 3. Update MapPoint to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the MapPoint program, it is possible that Pocket Streets Map Format requires a newer version of the program. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the Microsoft Corporation page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the MPS file
The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. The most common file problems are:
The MPS file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the MPS file. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file MPS or the program directory. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover MPS files, which are deleted if there is a backup of this file, then after restoring it, it must also be scanned.
Older version of MPS file may not always be supported by the latest software version. 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 this. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged MPS files. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting Microsoft, but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted file MPS 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 of the system directories are excluded from modification. These directories are write-protected to them and it's very hard to fix this problem. It is best to move MPS to a different directory.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. 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. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. However, some background programs may block the MPS file while scanning. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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