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Basic information about IPF file

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

There are 8 file types using the IPF file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the IPF file with their brief description and a list of programs that support IPF file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the IPF file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the IPF file?
  • How to open a IPF file?
  • What programs do I need to open a IPF file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a IPF file?
  • How to convert IPF files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to IPF file format?


1.Detail information about IPF file extension: IGOR Pro Procedure File

File type IGOR Pro Procedure File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description IPF file is a IGOR Pro Procedure File. The ipf file extension is used for Installer scripts in Microsoft System Management Server (SMS).

It streamlines the installation process and offers the ability to install additional features on demand, automatically repair programs, and uninstall programs; included with Windows 2000 and Systems Management Server (SMS) 2.0.

SMS can also be used to deploy Windows Installer Setup packages (.MSI files) to multiple computers at once.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert IPF files

Windows		 IGOR Pro


2.Detail information about IPF file extension: Interchangeable Preservation File

File type Interchangeable Preservation File Category Disk Image Files
Developer SPS File format N/A
Description IPF file is a Interchangeable Preservation File developed by SPS.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert IPF files

Windows		 WinUAE


3.Detail information about IPF file extension: SMS Installer Script

File type SMS Installer Script Category Executable Files
Developer Microsoft File format N/A
Description IPF file is a SMS Installer Script developed by Microsoft.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert IPF files

Windows		 Microsoft System Management Server
Microsoft Systems Management Server (SMS)


4.Detail information about IPF file extension: iMPACT Project File

File type iMPACT Project File Category CAD Files
Developer Xilinx File format N/A
Description IPF file is a iMPACT Project File developed by Xilinx.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert IPF files

Windows		 Xilinx ISE Design Suite


5.Detail information about IPF file extension: OS/2 Help File

File type OS/2 Help File Category Text Files
Developer IBM File format N/A
Description IPF file is a OS/2 Help File developed by IBM.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert IPF files

Windows		 Any text editor

macOS
 Any text editor

Linux		 Any text editor


6.Detail information about IPF file extension: F-Secure Incremental Policy File

File type F-Secure Incremental Policy File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description IPF file is a F-Secure Incremental Policy File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert IPF files

Windows		 F-Secure Internet Security


7.Detail information about IPF file extension: Grand Theft Auto III Animation Data

File type Grand Theft Auto III Animation Data Category Game Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description IPF file is a Grand Theft Auto III Animation Data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert IPF files

Windows		 Grand Theft Auto III


8.Detail information about IPF file extension: ParticleIllusion SE Project

File type ParticleIllusion SE Project Category Vector Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description IPF file is a ParticleIllusion SE Project.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert IPF files

Windows		 particleView



Can't open a IPF 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.IPF”。

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 IPF extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the IPF 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.