File Extension Database

Open CMP File

CMP extension files are mainly used according to the PKZip Compression Library software format. The CMP file format was created by PKWare. The CMP file format is thus considered a compressed category file. PKZIP is a program for file compression, being the creators of the popular ZIP file format. PKZIP and its compression library, where the CMP format belongs, was first introduced for MS-DOS in 1989. Since then, versions for other architectures and operating systems have been released.

CMP files are also considered configuration files created through the Connection Manager, a set of Windows operating system components that allows system administrators to configure Windows remote connection profiles; save personal information such as username, password and phone number to dial.

That said, the CMP files contain the necessary tools that allow administrators to configure the initial settings for a user's dial-up connection.The full name of the Connection Manager is the Connection Manager Administration Kit. Another useful option for CMP files is as a text module created with the HotDocs digital forms preparation software. In this application, CMP files save clauses containing HotDocs text and components. CMP files are also used in Siemens Solid Edge Software and save cable and harness routes in a 3D design. The Solid Edge program is a three-dimensional CAD design software.

How Can I Open CMP File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open CMP file is to find a CMP file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a CMP file is not opened in an application and you instead get a "Windows can't open a file" error message you should try looking for an application which can open the file in question.
If you know the application which can open CMP file then run it and see if there is a File->Open main menu option in the application.
If you don't know the application which function as CMP file opener then try to search online for "CMP viewer", "application to open CMP file" or "open CMP file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open CMP file

How Can I Open CMP File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a CMP file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a CMP file is not opened in a Mac OS application and you instead get a "There is no application set to open the file" error message you can click on "Search App Store" in the error dialog and Mac OS will show you applications compatible with CMP file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as CMP file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open CMP file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open CMP file then try to search for "CMP viewer", "application to open CMP file" or "read CMP file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read CMP file

How Can I Open CMP File on Android

If you downloaded a CMP file on Android device you can open it by following steps below:

In the Android apps list on your Android device find "My Files" or "File manager" app and tap to start it.
Tap on "Downloads" folder inside the app.
You should see your downloaded CMP file in that folder.
Tap on the file. If Android device supports opening the file you downloaded it will open in the corresponding app.
If file does not open you can look for the corresponding app that can open the file by searching Android App Store for the "CMP".
If you cannot open the file with the apps from Android App Store it is possible that the file could only be opened on desktop platforms such as Windows or Mac OS. Try searching for "CMP viewer", "CMP file reader" online and see if any desktop applications can open it.
It is also possible that the file you downloaded is outdated and is no longer supported.

How to Open CMP File on iPhone or iPad

To open CMP File on iOS device follow steps below:

We advies to open Files app on your iPhone or iPad device. You can find it by swiping down on the home screen and typing "Files" in the search bar.
Tap on the Downloads folder on the Files app home screen.
You will see all files that you recently downloaded. Tap on the CMP file to view it.
If you have the right app that can open it it will automatically launch and open your file.
If you don't have the app which can open it you need to serch Apple app store for "CMP". This way you can find apps which can open CMP files.
If this doesn't help it is possible that your file could be opened only by the desktop application. To find an app which can open it on desktop look for "CMP viewer" or "CMP file" online in your favorite search engine.