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Basic information about ESP file

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

There are 13 file types using the ESP file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the ESP file with their brief description and a list of programs that support ESP file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the ESP file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the ESP file?
  • How to open a ESP file?
  • What programs do I need to open a ESP file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a ESP file?
  • How to convert ESP files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to ESP file format?


1.Detail information about ESP file extension: Elder Scrolls Plugin File

File type Elder Scrolls Plugin File Category Game Files
Developer Bethesda Softworks File format Binary
Description ESP file is a Elder Scrolls Plugin File developed by Bethesda Softworks. Plugin file used by The Elder Scrolls (TES) first-person RPGs such as Oblivion and Skyrim; similar to an .ESM file but is used specifically for adding plugin features, such as new graphics, weapons, and world content; used for creating custom game alterations.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ESP files

Windows		 Bethesda Softworks The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim
Bethesda Softworks The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion
The Elder Scrolls Construction Set
Bethesda Softworks The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Creation Kit


2.Detail information about ESP file extension: Fallout 3 Plugin File

File type Fallout 3 Plugin File Category Game Files
Developer Bethesda Softworks File format Binary
Description ESP file is a Fallout 3 Plugin File developed by Bethesda Softworks.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ESP files

Windows		 Bethesda Softworks Fallout 3
Bethesda Softworks Fallout: New Vegas
Bethesda Softworks GECK


3.Detail information about ESP file extension: ACD/Labs Dataset

File type ACD/Labs Dataset Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description ESP file is a ACD/Labs Dataset.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ESP files

Windows		 ACD/SpecManager or ACD/Structure Elucidator


4.Detail information about ESP file extension: Eclipse Screensaver Project

File type Eclipse Screensaver Project Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description ESP file is a Eclipse Screensaver Project.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ESP files

Windows		 Eclipse

macOS
 Eclipse for Mac

Linux		 Eclipse for Linux


5.Detail information about ESP file extension: Gamebryo Game Engine Plug-in File

File type Gamebryo Game Engine Plug-in File Category Game Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description ESP file is a Gamebryo Game Engine Plug-in File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ESP files

Windows		 Fallout 3
The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion


6.Detail information about ESP file extension: ACD Analysis File

File type ACD Analysis File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description ESP file is a ACD Analysis File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ESP files

Windows		 ACD/SpecManager


7.Detail information about ESP file extension: CurveManager Analysis File

File type CurveManager Analysis File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description ESP file is a CurveManager Analysis File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ESP files

Windows		 ACD/Curve Manager


8.Detail information about ESP file extension: ESPlanner File

File type ESPlanner File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description ESP file is a ESPlanner File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ESP files

Windows		 ESPlanner


9.Detail information about ESP file extension: Easy Setup Program Configuration File

File type Easy Setup Program Configuration File Category Settings Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description ESP file is a Easy Setup Program Configuration File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ESP files


10.Detail information about ESP file extension: Extension-Sort Packer Compressed Archive File

File type Extension-Sort Packer Compressed Archive File Category Compressed Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description ESP file is a Extension-Sort Packer Compressed Archive File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ESP files


11.Detail information about ESP file extension: Edskes Software Pakket File

File type Edskes Software Pakket File Category Game Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description ESP file is a Edskes Software Pakket File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ESP files

Windows		 Edskes software Pakket


12.Detail information about ESP file extension: Email Sentinel Pro Protected Email Attachments File

File type Email Sentinel Pro Protected Email Attachments File Category Page Layout Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description ESP file is a Email Sentinel Pro Protected Email Attachments File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ESP files

Windows		 Email Sentinel Pro


13.Detail information about ESP file extension: Corel Ventura File

File type Corel Ventura File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description ESP file is a Corel Ventura File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ESP files

Windows		 Ventura Publisher



How to convert ESP files to another file format?

There are 2 records in our database eligible for ESP files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve ESP to another files conversion, you may use the option.

ESP to CDR ESP to DST


Can't open a ESP 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.ESP”。

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 ESP extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the ESP 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.