Basic information about XPM file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension XPM（*.XPM or *.xpm）, you do not need a computer expert. In most cases, using the helpful suggestions of experts contained in our website as well as appropriate programs, you can solve the problem with the XPM file yourself.

There are 2 file types using the XPM file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the XPM file with their brief description and a list of programs that support XPM file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the XPM file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the XPM file?
  • How to open a XPM file?
  • What programs do I need to open a XPM file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a XPM file?
  • How to convert XPM files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to XPM file format?


1.Detail information about XPM file extension: X11 Pixmap Graphic

File type X11 Pixmap Graphic Category Raster Image Files
Developer N/A File format Text
Description XPM file is a X11 Pixmap Graphic. Bitmap image used by the X Windows System, a (GUI) used to run networked client-server computers; supports monochrome, gray-scale, and color pixmap data; stores pixmaps as static character arrays in the C programming language.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert XPM files

Windows		 File Viewer Plus
GIMP
CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 2017
Corel PaintShop Pro 2018
ACD Systems Canvas X 2017
ACD Systems ACDSee 2018
GraphicRegion.com Able Batch Converter
XnViewMP
IrfanView
Nero Multimedia Suite
PMView Pro

macOS		 GIMP
Pixelmator 3
Planamesa NeoOffice
XnViewMP

Linux		 GIMP
XnViewMP

Android		 File Viewer for Android


2.Detail information about XPM file extension: Micro Planner Manager File

File type Micro Planner Manager File Category Data Files
Developer Decisive Tools File format N/A
Description XPM file is a Micro Planner Manager File developed by Decisive Tools.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert XPM files

Windows		 Decisive Tools Micro Planner Manager for Windows

macOS
 Decisive Tools Micro Planner Manager for Macintosh



How to convert XPM files to another file format?

There are 1 records in our database eligible for XPM files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve XPM to another files conversion, you may use the option.

XPM to JPEG


How to convert another files to XPM file format?

There are 1 records in our database eligible for another files to XPM file format conversion. If you want to achieve another files to XPM conversion, you may use the option.

JPG to XPM


Can't open a XPM file?

When you click a file to open it, operating system examines the filename extension. If operating system recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When operating system does not recognize a filename extension, you receive the following message:

”Can't open this file: example.XPM”。

To open this file, you install one of the applications from the list of software programs that you found here, you should be able to open, edit or convert the file with the XPM extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support XPM file?

If you do not know where you can download the application from our list, click on the link (which is the name of the program), you will find more information there on the location where to download the required application. Most often they are the websites of software manufacturers.


How to change file associations?

  • Right-click a file with the extension whose association you want to change, and then click "Open With".
  • In the "Open With" dialog box, click the program whith which you want the file to open, or click "Browse" to locate the program that you want.
  • Select the ”Always use the selected program to open this kind of file” check box.


Can I change the extension of XPM files?

Changing the filename extension of a file is not a good idea. When you change a file's extension, you change the way programs on your computer read/open the file. The problem is, changing the file extension does not change the file format. Select a software program from our list and install it on your computer. If the file has not opened correctly, you have to look for a different software program from our list. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.


What else may cause problems width open a XPM file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a XPM file on your computer may be at least several. The easiest thing is to find a suitable application installed on your computer, which will open a XPM file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the XPM file is damaged.
  • Whether the XPM file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the XPM file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the XPM file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the XPM file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a XPM file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a XPM file.

If the XPM file still not working with your software after eliminating the above shortcomings? That means that the problem is more complex and requires the help of a specialist.