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Basic information about VPP file

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

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


1.Detail information about VPP file extension: VisionPro Job File

File type VisionPro Job File Category Data Files
Developer Cognex File format XML
Description VPP file is a VisionPro Job File developed by Cognex. A VPP file is a data file used by Cognex VisionPro, which is "machine vision" software that utilizes image sensors and advanced optics to capture images and extract information from them. It contains information about the state of one or more jobs, or tools, such as the configuration of multiple connected cameras. VPP files are saved in XML format.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert VPP files

Windows		 Cognex VisionPro
Cognex Designer


2.Detail information about VPP file extension: Visual Paradigm Project File

File type Visual Paradigm Project File Category Data Files
Developer Visual Paradigm File format Binary
Description VPP file is a Visual Paradigm Project File developed by Visual Paradigm.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert VPP files

Windows		 Visual Paradigm Suite
Red Faction II

macOS
 Visual Paradigm Suite

Linux		 Visual Paradigm Suite



Can't open a VPP 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.VPP”。

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 VPP extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the VPP 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.