Tips to open WSP file
Can't open the WSP file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open WSP files as well as a list of programs that support WSP files.
WSP file extension
| File Name |
SharePoint Solution Package |
| File Developer |
Microsoft |
| File Category |
Developer Files |
The WSP file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the WSP files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the WSP file on each system platform.
What is WSP file?
The file in the WSP format belongs to the Developer Files category. The author of this format is Microsoft. Developer Files consists of 1205 similar files. SharePoint Solution Package is most often found on 1 operating systems. The file will work on Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. This file type can also be opened by 1 other programs. The Microsoft Visual Studio programs will also handle the file when the SharePoint program does not fulfill its role.
How to open WSP file?
The main problem with SharePoint Solution Package is that the WSP file is incorrectly associated with programs. This is manifested by the fact that WSP 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 WSP 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 SharePoint
In this case, you should first verify that the SharePoint application is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name SharePoint 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 WSP files.
Programs to open WSP file
Remember to download programs supporting WSP files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of SharePoint with WSP files
However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the WSP file to open in the SharePoint 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. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. 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 WSP file with the SharePoint program.
Step 3. Update SharePoint to the latest version
If, however, after binding SharePoint with SharePoint Solution Package there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the WSP file
The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. The most common file problems are:
The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. Usually this applies to WSP files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. The file should be downloaded again, making sure that the process has finished correctly.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file WSP or the program directory. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover WSP files, which are deleted if there is a backup of this file, then after restoring it, it must also be scanned.
Older version of WSP 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 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 WSP files.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted file WSP 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 operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. If possible, you can try to move the WSP 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. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the WSP file again. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the WSP file for a certain period of time. If this does not work either, restart the device.
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