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Basic information about XP file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension XP（*.XP or *.xp）, 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 XP file yourself.

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


1.Detail information about XP file extension: Fastracker 2 Pattern

File type Fastracker 2 Pattern Category Audio Files
Developer Starbreeze Studios File format N/A
Description XP file is a Fastracker 2 Pattern developed by Starbreeze Studios. Song pattern saved by the Fasttracker audio tracker; can be used with other patterns to create a complete song, or .XM module.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert XP files

Windows		 Starbreeze Studios Fasttracker


2.Detail information about XP file extension: XPilot Map

File type XPilot Map Category Game Files
Developer XPilot File format Text
Description XP file is a XPilot Map developed by XPilot.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert XP files

Windows		 XPilot

Linux		 XPilot



Can't open a XP 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.XP”。

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 XP extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support XP 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 XP 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 XP file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a XP 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 XP file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

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

If the XP 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.