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Basic information about ERP file

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

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


1.Detail information about ERP file extension: Encarta Researcher File

File type Encarta Researcher File Category Data Files
Developer Microsoft File format N/A
Description ERP file is a Encarta Researcher File developed by Microsoft. File that contains data for articles used by Encarta, a digital encyclopedia; referenced by Encarta and is not meant to be opened or edited.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ERP files

Windows		 Microsoft Encarta


2.Detail information about ERP file extension: Alter Ego Game Archive

File type Alter Ego Game Archive Category Game Files
Developer Future Games File format Binary
Description ERP file is a Alter Ego Game Archive developed by Future Games.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ERP files

Windows		 Future Games Alter Ego
Alter Ego ERP unpacker



Can't open a ERP 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.ERP”。

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 ERP extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the ERP 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.