Tips to open YYP file
Can't open the YYP file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open YYP files as well as a list of programs that support YYP files.
YYP file extension
The YYP file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the YYP files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the YYP file on each system platform.
What is YYP file?
The file with the extension YYP is the Developer Files file type. Developer Files consists of 1205 similar files. GameMaker Studio Project Format appears on 1 operating systems as a functional file. These systems consist of Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional.
How to open YYP file?
The most common problem when using GameMaker Studio Project Format is that a specific YYP is not associated with the program. This causes the file YYP 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 YYP 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 GameMaker
An often overlooked issue is to make sure that GameMaker is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing GameMaker into the operating system search engine. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file YYP with GameMaker. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open YYP files.
Programs to open YYP file
Remember to download programs supporting YYP files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of GameMaker with YYP files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the YYP file still does not use the GameMaker program, it means no association. 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. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. 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. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the YYP file with the GameMaker application.
Step 3. Update GameMaker to the latest version
If, despite the association of the GameMaker program with the GameMaker Studio Project Format file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the YYP 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 suggests truncating the YYP file contents when downloading or copying. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the YYP file that we want to open. Sometimes virus-infected YYP files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the YYP 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.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged YYP files.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted file YYP 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. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. Copying the YYP file to another location will fix the problem.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file YYP to close. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the YYP file for a certain period of time. If this does not work either, restart the device.
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