Tips to open XSP file
Can't open the XSP file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open XSP files as well as a list of programs that support XSP files.
XSP file extension
| File Name |
XBMC Smart Playlist Format |
| File Developer |
XBMC |
| File Category |
Audio Files |
The XSP file is supported on 3 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the XSP files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the XSP file on each system platform.
What is XSP file?
The XSP file has been categorized as Audio Files. The author of this format is XBMC. Audio Files consists of 771 similar files. XBMC Smart Playlist Format is most often found on 3 operating systems. The file will work on Linux, Mac OS, Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The XBMC application is recommended to open the file. It was released by XBMC. Alternatively, you can use 2 other programs.
How to open XSP file?
The main problem with XBMC Smart Playlist Format is that the XSP file is incorrectly associated with programs. This causes the file XSP to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the XSP 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 XBMC
An often overlooked issue is to make sure that XBMC is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing XBMC into the operating 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 XSP files.
Programs to open XSP file
Remember to download programs supporting XSP files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of XBMC with XSP files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the XSP file still does not use the XBMC program, it means no association. The association can be created using the drop-down list available by right-clicking on the file and selecting Properties. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of file. Using the "Change" button we can select the desired program. 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 XSP file with the XBMC program.
Step 3. Update XBMC to the latest version
If, despite the association of the XBMC program with the XBMC Smart Playlist Format file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version. This can be done using the application (if it provides such options) or from the XBMC website and install the latest version.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the XSP file
If the above steps do not help, you can assume that the file itself is not correct. File problems can be divided into the following:
Very often, the file may be size 0 or incomplete. This suggests truncating the XSP file contents when downloading or copying. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file XSP or the program directory. Sometimes virus-infected XSP files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the XSP file. 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 XSP files. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting XBMC, but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted XSP files cannot be played on other computers than the one on which they were encrypted, they must be decrypted before using on another device.
Some of the system directories are excluded from modification. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. Copying the XSP file to another location will fix the problem.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. In this case, the XSP file is blocked by the first application to open it. Just close unnecessary programs. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file XSP to close. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the XSP file for a certain period of time. If this does not work either, restart the device.
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