MPD File Type

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MPD File Summary

There are three file types associated with the MPD File Extension, with the most widely-observed being the Microsoft Project Database format. According to our database, six distinct software programs (conventionally, Microsoft Office developed by Microsoft Corporation) will enable you to view these files. The majority of MPD files are considered Database Files, but they can also be Data Files.

MPD files are found on both mobile and desktop platforms and can be opened using Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems. The main MPD file type has a Popularity Rating of "Low", meaning these files are not frequently present on your typical desktop or mobile device.

Interested to learn more about the MPD File Extension? We encourage you to view the detailed file information below to learn about the software that opens MPD files, and other troubleshooting tips.

Low
File Type Popularity
4898
Ranking

/ 11690

Active

State

5

December

2018

Refreshed

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Varieties of MPD Files

  3 known file types use this extension

Primary MPD File Association

.MPD
Formatting:.mpd
Class:Microsoft Project Database

An MPD file is a database file created by Microsoft Project. It is used to save and load entire projects in a relational records-based database format. Later versions of Project could not save MPD files but may still use it as a basis for a new project.

Programmer: Microsoft Corporation
Division:Database Files
Subkey: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.mpd

Software Programs That Open The Microsoft Project Database:


Microsoft Office by Microsoft Corporation

Windows
Mac

Microsoft Project 2016 by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

MOOS Project Viewer by Stand By Soft

Windows
Mac
Linux

K-Sol Project Reader by K-Sol

Windows

Secondary MPD Associations

.MPD
Formatting:.mpd
Class:File List Creator Playlist

An MPD file is a playlist created by the program File List Creator. It is used to store MP3 files as well as other file types like digital photos or compressed files.

Programmer: WenSoftware
Division:Data Files

Software Programs That Open File List Creator Playlist Files:


File List Creator (FLC) by WenSoftware

Compatible with:

Windows
.MPD
Formatting:.mpd
Class:Xilinx Platform Studio Peripheral Definition

An MPD file is a data file associated with Platform Studio developed by Xilinx. It stores peripheral definition for Platform Studio.

Programmer: Xilinx, Inc.
Division:Data Files

Software Programs That Open Xilinx Platform Studio Peripheral Definition Files:


Xilinx Platform Studio (XPS) by Xilinx, Inc.

Compatible with:

Windows

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MPD File Popularity


Primary Browsers

Chrome (58.80%)
Firefox (11.05%)
Internet Explorer (9.04%)
Edge (8.46%)
Safari (3.87%)

File Extension Device Breakdown (desktop / mobile / tablet)

Desktop (84.34%)
Mobile (14.29%)
Tablet (1.37%)


Understanding MPD Issues


Common Problems Opening MPD Files

Microsoft Office Isn't There

When you double-click your MPD file, you may see a dialog box from your operating system stating that it "Cannot Open This File Type". When this happens, it is commonly due to Microsoft Office missing in %%os%%. Because your operating system doesn't know what to do with this file, you won't be able to open it by double-clicking.


Tip: When you have another program installed that you know will open your MPD, you can select it from the other programs listed (see "Show Apps").


Microsoft Office Requires Update

Occasionally, you might have an outdated version of Microsoft Office installed that's incompatible with your Microsoft Project Database type. If you've got the wrong version of Microsoft Office installed, you'll need to install the correct version. Most of the time your Microsoft Project Database file was created by a newer Microsoft Office than what you have installed.


Tip: Right-clicking on your MPD, then clicking "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac), can provide clues about your file version.


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


Additional MPD Opening Issues

In the majority of cases, installing the right version of Microsoft Office will resolve your issue. Other MPD opening errors can be created by other system problems inside of %%os%%. These other problems include (listed in order from most to least common):

  • Invalid MPD file references in the Windows Registry (the "phonebook" of the Windows Operating System)
  • Corruption of the MPD file description inside the Registry
  • Microsoft Office or another MPD application experienced a flawed installation
  • MPD file corruption
  • MPD file integrity has been compromised by malware
  • Device drivers of the hardware associated with your MPD file are corrupt or out-of-date
  • Your computer does not have the adequate system resources to open the Microsoft Project Database format

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