Troubleshooting Problems Opening BNP Files
Common BNP Opening Problems
Sony Picture Motion Browser Isn't There
You encounter an error message such as "%%os%% Can't Open BNP Files" when trying to open your BNP. If this is the case, it's usually due to the fact that you do not have Sony Picture Motion Browser for %%os%% installed on your computer. The typical path of opening your BNP with a double-click won't work because %%os%% cannot make the program connection.
Tip: If you have another software that you know opens BNP files, you can select it by hitting the "Show Apps" button.
Sony Picture Motion Browser Requires Update
It is possible that your version of Sony Picture Motion Browser isn't able to open your Sony Camcorder Video Data File file due to incompatibility. If you've got the wrong version of Sony Picture Motion Browser installed, you'll need to install the correct version. 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: If you right-click on your BNP file, then select "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac), you can obtain hints about what version you need.
Summary: Not having the right Sony Picture Motion Browser version on your computer can cause problems opening BNP files.
Other BNP File Opening Causes
In the majority of cases, installing the right version of Sony Picture Motion Browser will resolve your issue. There can be other issues - unrelated to software - preventing you from opening BNP files. These issues include:
- Windows Registry BNP file paths that are incorrect
- Unintentional removal of the description of the BNP file inside the Windows Registry
- Corrupt install of Sony Picture Motion Browser or other BNP-related program
- Something has caused file corruption of your BNP
- Your BNP has adversely impacted by malware
- Device drivers of the hardware associated with your BNP file are corrupt or out-of-date
- Windows has inadequate resources to open your Sony Camcorder Video Data File file
Quiz: Which file extension is a type of raster image?
That's Correct!
TIFF files, or Tagged Image File Format, is a considered a raster image file. They are very popular with the publishing industry because of their ability to be compressed using lossless compression (maintaining high quality).
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TIFF files, or Tagged Image File Format, is a considered a raster image file. They are very popular with the publishing industry because of their ability to be compressed using lossless compression (maintaining high quality).