What is the MPW File Extension?

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MPW File Summary

File Extension MPW has only one distinct file type (Microsoft Project Workspace File format) and is mostly associated with a single related software program from Microsoft Corporation (Microsoft Project 2016). The MPW File Extension are listed predominantly as Settings Files.

Both desktop and mobile devices enable you to view and (sometimes) edit these files, depending on the software used. The MPW File Extension carries a Popularity Rating of "Low", meaning that these files are scarcely found in most user's file stores.

Please see the detailed information below to learn more about MPW files and the programs that can open them. In addition, we provide simple troubleshooting information to help you open your MPW file.

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Chief MPW Description

.MPW
File Ext:.mpw
Class:Microsoft Project Workspace File

The MPW file extension may refer to a settings file that is related to a project management software developed by Microsoft called Microsoft Project. The current user interface settings such as the views, layout, and open projects are stored in these MPW files. This allows project managers to customize the different projects layouts.

Programmer: Microsoft Corporation
Group:Settings Files
Subkey: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.mpw

Software Programs That Open The Microsoft Project Workspace File:


Microsoft Project 2016 by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

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Operating System Rank

Windows (82.33%)
Android (11.56%)
iOS (3.43%)
Macintosh (1.71%)
Linux (0.60%)


Troubleshooting Problems Opening MPW Files


Frequent MPW Opening Issues

Missing Microsoft Project 2016

When you double-click your MPW 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 Project 2016 missing in %%os%%. This will prevent you from double-clicking to open the MPW file because the OS doesn’t know how to handle it.


Tip: Another MPW-related program can be selected to open the file by clicking "Show Apps" and finding the application.


Microsoft Project 2016 is Out-of-Date

Occasionally, you might have an outdated version of Microsoft Project 2016 installed that's incompatible with your Microsoft Project Workspace File type. Download the latest Microsoft Project 2016 version from the Microsoft Corporation 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: You can sometimes get hints about the right program version by right-clicking on the MPW file, selecting "Properties", and looking at the version information.


Ultimately, most of the difficulties opening MPW files are due to having the wrong version of Microsoft Project 2016 installed.


Additional MPW Opening Issues

You can still experience errors opening MPW files even with the latest version of Microsoft Project 2016 installed on your PC. If you're still experiencing problems opening MPW files, there could be other computer problems. Additional factors include:

  • MPW file type Registry entries are wrong
  • Mistaken removal of the Windows registry MPW description
  • Microsoft Project 2016 or another MPW application experienced a flawed installation
  • Something has caused file corruption of your MPW
  • Your MPW has adversely impacted by malware
  • Device drivers of the hardware associated with your MPW file are corrupt or out-of-date
  • Windows has inadequate resources to open your Microsoft Project Workspace File file

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