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Basic information about CPG file

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

There are 4 file types using the CPG file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the CPG file with their brief description and a list of programs that support CPG file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the CPG file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the CPG file?
  • How to open a CPG file?
  • What programs do I need to open a CPG file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a CPG file?
  • How to convert CPG files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to CPG file format?


1.Detail information about CPG file extension: ESRI Code Page File

File type ESRI Code Page File Category Settings Files
Developer ESRI File format N/A
Description CPG file is a ESRI Code Page File developed by ESRI. Character encoding file used by ESRI software products such as the ArcGIS Desktop suite; describes a set of characters for displaying text in shapefiles; helps localize maps for specific languages.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CPG files

Windows		 ESRI ArcGIS for Desktop


2.Detail information about CPG file extension: Manga Studio Page File

File type Manga Studio Page File Category Raster Image Files
Developer CELSYS File format N/A
Description CPG file is a Manga Studio Page File developed by CELSYS.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CPG files

Windows		 CELSYS Clip Studio Paint Pro
Manga Studio

macOS
 CELSYS Clip Studio Paint Pro
Manga Studio


3.Detail information about CPG file extension: StarCraft Campaign File

File type StarCraft Campaign File Category Game Files
Developer Blizzard Entertainment File format N/A
Description CPG file is a StarCraft Campaign File developed by Blizzard Entertainment.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CPG files

Windows		 Blizzard StarCraft

macOS
 Blizzard StarCraft


4.Detail information about CPG file extension: Cool Page Project File

File type Cool Page Project File Category Web Files
Developer 3Dize File format Binary
Description CPG file is a Cool Page Project File developed by 3Dize.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CPG files

Windows		 3Dize Cool Page



Can't open a CPG 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.CPG”。

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 CPG extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the CPG 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.