File Extension Database

Open DMP File

Files with the DMP extension are core dump files, and thus are associated with Microsoft Windows-based operating systems.

The DMP file records information about errors or bugs that can cause your computer to suddenly stop working, freeze, or slow down.

Starting with Windows 2000 and later, a DMP file is created every time the computer fails.

DMP files are stored in a special folder on your hard drive, which is usually hidden for security reasons.

DMP files are not cumulative like logs, therefore each DMP file has a different unique name so it is never overwritten.

If there are multiple DMP files created on the same day, each file includes a serial number in its name, indicating the order of their creation.

What does a DMP file contain?

DMP files store different types of data about the errors you find. They store a list of the drivers loaded on the computer, the context in which the computer's processor stopped working, as well as the description of the process that stopped the computer.

For debugging, the file also contains the stack of kernel mode calls associated with the stop.

Can DMP files be created?

Yes, this could be helpful in troubleshooting systems. To generate a DMP file, press the 'Ctrl' key on your keyboard while pressing the 'Scroll Lock' key twice.

You will see an error screen titled 'Stop' and a message stating that it has induced a 'crashdump'. You can then open the DMP file in a Windows debugger tool to fix the problem.

Typical DMP application file locations:

"g:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Visual Studio 10.0\Common7\IDE\devenv.exe" "%1"
c:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Visual Studio 9.0\Common7\IDE\devenv.exe "%1"
"C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Visual Studio 9.0\Common7\IDE\devenv.exe" "%1"

Frequently used application names to open DMP files:

Microsoft Visual Studio 10.0
Microsoft Visual Studio 9.0

Frequently associated Windows objects:

VisualStudio.dmp.10.0
VisualStudio.dmp.9.0

How Can I Open DMP File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open DMP file is to find a DMP file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a DMP 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 DMP 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 DMP file opener then try to search online for "DMP viewer", "application to open DMP file" or "open DMP file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open DMP file

How Can I Open DMP File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a DMP file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a DMP 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 DMP file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as DMP file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open DMP file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open DMP file then try to search for "DMP viewer", "application to open DMP file" or "read DMP file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read DMP file

How Can I Open DMP File on Android

If you downloaded a DMP 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 DMP 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 "DMP".
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 "DMP viewer", "DMP 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 DMP File on iPhone or iPad

To open DMP 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 DMP 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 "DMP". This way you can find apps which can open DMP 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 "DMP viewer" or "DMP file" online in your favorite search engine.

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