Tips to open MSPDI file
Can't open the MSPDI file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open MSPDI files as well as a list of programs that support MSPDI files.
MSPDI file extension
| File Name |
Microsoft Project XML Data Interchange Format |
| File Category |
Misc Files |
The MSPDI file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the MSPDI files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the MSPDI file on each system platform.
What is MSPDI file?
The MSPDI file has been categorized as Misc Files. In addition to this file, the Misc Files category includes 6033 related files. Microsoft Project XML Data Interchange Format is supported by 1 operating systems. 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 Microsoft Project. This was created by Microsoft Corporation. Alternatively, you can use 1 other programs. You can use GanttProject in case Microsoft Project cannot be used.
How to open MSPDI file?
An often recurring problem with Microsoft Project XML Data Interchange Format is that MSPDI is not associated with the correct program file. Thus, when you open MSPDI, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the MSPDI 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 Project
In this case, you should first verify that the Microsoft Project application is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name Microsoft Project into the system search engine. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open MSPDI files.
Programs to open MSPDI file
Remember to download programs supporting MSPDI files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Microsoft Project with MSPDI files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the MSPDI file still does not use the Microsoft Project program, it means no association. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of file. Using the "Change" button we can set the program to handle this type. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the MSPDI file with the Microsoft Project application.
Step 3. Update Microsoft Project to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the Microsoft Project program, it is possible that Microsoft Project XML Data Interchange 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 MSPDI 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:
Very often, the file may be size 0 or incomplete. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the MSPDI file. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
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. If this is not possible, you can use the online scanner. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our MSPDI file. Sometimes virus-infected MSPDI files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the MSPDI files changes over time. Help should be sought from the software developer, as they usually recommend using free file converters or installing an older version of the program.
There can be many reasons for the failure. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular MSPDI 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 MSPDI 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.
The operating system protects files in some locations (e.g. the root of the system partition) against unauthorized access. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. Copying the MSPDI file to another location will fix the problem.
This problem usually affects more complex files. In this case, the MSPDI file is blocked by the first application to open it. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the MSPDI file again. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If this does not work either, restart the device.
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