What's the XP File?

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XP File Summary

Most XP files can be viewed with two known software applications, typically Fasttracker developed by Starbreeze Studios. It's main file type association is the Fastracker 2 Pattern format, but also includes one other rarely-seen file types. The majority of XP files are considered Audio Files, but they can also be Game Files.

Both desktop and mobile devices enable you to view and (sometimes) edit these files, depending on the software used. The main XP file type has a Popularity Rating of "Low", meaning these files are not frequently present on your typical desktop or mobile device.

To learn more about XP files and their associated software applications, please see the information below. Plus, we provide a basic troubleshooting guide to solve problems with opening XP files.

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Known XP Files

  2 known file types use this extension

Chief XP Description

.XP
File Name:.xp
Class:Fastracker 2 Pattern

An XP file is a song pattern saved by the Fasttracker audio tracker. It can be used with other patterns to create a complete song or XM module.

Organization: Starbreeze Studios
File Category:Audio Files
Registry Key: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.xp

Software Programs That Open The Fastracker 2 Pattern:


Fasttracker by Starbreeze Studios

Windows

Alternative XP Types

.XP
File Name:.xp
Class:XPilot Map

An XP file is a game file associated with 2D space fighting game XPilot. It is saved in a plain text format and saves the map features and obstacles as a 2D grid and also saves gameplay properties for the map.

Organization: Bjørn Stabell, Ken Ronny Schouten, Bert, and Dick Balaska
File Category:Game Files

Software Programs That Open XPilot Map Files:


XPilot by Bjørn Stabell, Ken Ronny Schouten, Bert, and Dick Balaska

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Windows
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XP Demand


OS Ranking

7 (45.73%)
10 (44.56%)
8.1 (5.41%)
XP (2.79%)
8 (0.97%)


Troubleshoot XP Files


Typical XP Opening Challenges

Fasttracker is Not Installed

When you double-click your XP file, you may see a dialog box from your operating system stating that it "Cannot Open This File Type". Customarily, this means that Fasttracker is not installed on %%os%%. This will prevent you from double-clicking to open the XP file because the OS doesn’t know how to handle it.


Tip: If you have another software that you know opens XP files, you can select it by hitting the "Show Apps" button.


Incorrect Fasttracker Version

In other instances, your Fastracker 2 Pattern file version may not be supported by your version of Fasttracker. Download the latest Fasttracker version from the Starbreeze Studios website to ensure you have the correct one installed. This problem is most common when you have an older version of the software application, and your file was created by a newer version that it cannot recognize.


Tip: Investigate your XP file by right-clicking and selecting "Properties" to find clues on what version you need.


Summary: In either case, the majority of problems opening XP files are related to not having the correct software application installed on your computer.


Other XP File Issues

Although you might already have Fasttracker or another XP-associated software installed on your computer, you can still encounter problems opening Fastracker 2 Pattern files. There can be other issues - unrelated to software - preventing you from opening XP files. Other contributing causes:

  • Windows Registry XP file paths that are incorrect
  • Deletion of the XP file description from the Registry by mistake
  • Corrupt install of Fasttracker or other XP-related program
  • XP file corruption
  • The XP is infected with a virus
  • Device drivers of the hardware associated with your XP file are corrupt or out-of-date
  • Windows has inadequate resources to open your Fastracker 2 Pattern file

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