Tips to open XFP file

Can't open the XFP file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open XFP files as well as a list of programs that support XFP files.

XFP file extension

File Name Microsoft SharePoint Extending Form Library Properties
File Developer Microsoft Corporation
File Category Settings Files

The XFP file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the XFP files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the XFP file on each system platform.

Operating systems
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What is XFP file?

The file in the XFP format belongs to the Settings Files category. It was designed by Microsoft Corporation. Additionally, the Settings Files category contains 1305 of other files. Microsoft SharePoint Extending Form Library Properties is supported by 1 operating systems. The file will work on Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The main program that supports this format is Microsoft SharePoint Workspace. This was created by Microsoft Corporation. There are also 1 alternative programs to handle the XFP file. The Microsoft SharePoint Server programs will also handle the file when the Microsoft SharePoint Workspace program does not fulfill its role.

How to open XFP file?

The most common problem when using Microsoft SharePoint Extending Form Library Properties is that a specific XFP is not associated with the program. This is manifested by the fact that XFP 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 XFP 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 SharePoint Workspace

In this case, you should first verify that the Microsoft SharePoint Workspace application is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name Microsoft SharePoint Workspace 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 you will find a list of applications that support XFP files.

Step 2. Create association of Microsoft SharePoint Workspace with XFP files

If, despite the installed application, the XFP file does not start in the Microsoft SharePoint Workspace application, you must create a file association. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select Properties. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Using the "Change" button we can set the program to handle this type. 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 XFP file with the Microsoft SharePoint Workspace program.

Step 3. Update Microsoft SharePoint Workspace to the latest version

If, however, after binding Microsoft SharePoint Workspace with Microsoft SharePoint Extending Form Library Properties there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. 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 XFP 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:

Very often, the file may be size 0 or incomplete. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the XFP file. The file should be downloaded again, making sure that the process has finished correctly.
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. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file XFP or the program directory. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover XFP files, which are deleted if there is a backup of this file, then after restoring it, it must also be scanned.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the XFP files changes over time. 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. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged XFP files. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact Microsoft Corporation
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted XFP 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. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. Copying the XFP file to another location will fix the problem.
This problem usually affects more complex files. 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. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the XFP 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.