PCP File: What is it?

Researcher:   |   Revised: November 26, 2018

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PCP File Summary

File Extension PCP has five unique file types (with the primary being the Windows Installer Patch Creation Properties File format) and is mostly associated with Microsoft Windows SDK (Microsoft Corporation) and six other software programs. Although PCP files are traditionally categorized as Developer Files, they can also be Game Files or Settings Files.

The PCP File Extension can be viewed on the Windows, iOS, and Playstation 3 System Software operating systems. They are supported on both desktop and mobile devices. With a Popularity Rating of "Low", these files are not very common to your average computer user.

If you would like to learn more about PCP files and the software that opens them, please see the additional detailed information below. Also, you can learn how to do some basic PCP file troubleshooting if you are having trouble opening these files.

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Types of PCP Files

  5 known file types use this extension

Principal PCP Type

.PCP
File ID:.pcp
Group:Windows Installer Patch Creation Properties File

A PCP file is a file used by the Windows Installer used to generate MSP patch files. PCP files can be edited using a tool included in the Windows SDK called Orca.

Company: Microsoft Corporation
Kind:Developer Files
Entry: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.pcp

Software Programs That Open The Windows Installer Patch Creation Properties File:


Microsoft Windows SDK by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

Windows Installer by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

Windows Installer XML by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

Additional PCP Files

.PCP
File ID:.pcp
Group:Star Wars: The Force Unleashed Game File

A PCP file is a game file used in the Star Wars: The Force Unleashed game.

Company: LucasArts Entertainment Company, LLC
Kind:Game Files

Software Programs That Open Star Wars: The Force Unleashed Game File Files:


Star Wars: The Force Unleashed by LucasArts Entertainment Company, LLC

Compatible with:

Windows
iOS
Playstation 3 System Software
PlayStation 2
PlayStation Portable
Xbox 360
Wii
Nintendo DS
OS X El Capitan
.PCP
File ID:.pcp
Group:AutoCAD R13 And Prior Plotter Configuration File Format

The PCP file format is a configuration data from AutoCAD.

Company: Autodesk, Inc.
Kind:Settings Files

Software Programs That Open AutoCAD R13 And Prior Plotter Configuration File Format Files:


Autodesk AutoCAD by Autodesk, Inc.

Compatible with:

Windows
Mac
iOS
Android
.PCP
File ID:.pcp
Group:RCF EnCoder/DeCoder Encoded Data

A PCP file is an encoded file used RCF EnCoder/DeCoder, a utility for fast and medium secure encryption. It is possible that this file format is no longer supported.

Company: RCF Group
Kind:Encoded Files

Software Programs That Open RCF EnCoder/DeCoder Encoded Data Files:


RCF EnCoder/DeCoder by RCF Group

Compatible with:

Windows
.PCP
File ID:.pcp
Group:SWAT Precipitation Input File

The PCP file extension is a precipitation input file associated with SWAT (Soil & Water Assessment Tool). It contains daily measured precipitation for a measuring gauge.

Company: Grassland, Soil and Water Research Laboratory
Kind:Data Files

Software Programs That Open SWAT Precipitation Input File Files:


SWAT by Grassland, Soil and Water Research Laboratory

Compatible with:

Windows

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PCP Usage


Mobile Device Share

Samsung (28.86%)
Apple (21.83%)
Huawei (9.25%)
Xiaomi (6.74%)
LG (3.11%)

Browser Rankings

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


Understanding PCP Issues


Typical PCP Opening Challenges

Microsoft Windows SDK Removed

When you double-click your PCP file, you may see a dialog box from your operating system stating that it "Cannot Open This File Type". Generally, this is experienced in %%os%% because Microsoft Windows SDK isn't installed on your PC. Your operating system cannot associate your PCP with Microsoft Windows SDK, so double-clicking the file won't work.


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


Obsolete Version of Microsoft Windows SDK

It is possible that your version of Microsoft Windows SDK isn't able to open your Windows Installer Patch Creation Properties File file due to incompatibility. Installing the latest version of Microsoft Windows SDK from Microsoft Corporation is recommended. Your Windows Installer Patch Creation Properties File file was probably created by a newer release of Microsoft Windows SDK than what's currently installed your computer.


Tip: If you right-click on your PCP file, then select "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac), you can obtain hints about what version you need.


Primarily, problems experienced when opening PCP files are due to having the incorrect version of Microsoft Windows SDK installed on your computer.


More Causes of Problems Opening PCPs

Errors opening Windows Installer Patch Creation Properties File files can still occur even with the latest Microsoft Windows SDK software installed on your computer. There can be external issues inside of %%os%% that are causing these errors when opening PCPs. Other contributing causes:

  • Windows Registry PCP file paths that are incorrect
  • Mistaken removal of the Windows registry PCP description
  • Invalid installation of a PCP-associated program (eg. Microsoft Windows SDK)
  • PCP file corruption
  • PCP file integrity has been compromised by malware
  • PCP-related hardware has device drivers that obsolete
  • Your computer does not have the adequate system resources to open the Windows Installer Patch Creation Properties File format

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