File Extension Database

Open TMP File

File extension TMP is most commonly used to denote a temporary or backup file. These are usually cache files created by an application for the purpose of storing data temporarily on disk rather than in system memory, and are usually destroyed once they have served their purpose.

Temporary TMP - commonly referred to as "temp" - files are used by a wide variety of applications, and are often destroyed once an application is closed. Backup TMP files are similar in nature, though may contain information such as incremental backups of an open file or document which can be used for recovery purposes should the application terminate unexpectedly. An example is Microsoft Word, which stores multiple versions of an unsaved word processed documents whilst it is open for backup and recovery purposes.

Usually temporary files can be removed safely as their contents are only required whilst an application is running, though given that there are no specific guidelines on the use or structure of TMP files, it is impossible to tell whether they contain information vital to the running of an application or not, and should therefore not be deleted unless it is absolutely certain that they are no longer required.

As TMP files are generic there is no associated application, and so it is difficult to tell what program they were created in. If you open TMP file in a text editor such as Notepad it may give some indication as to its origin if there is any plaintext information. Alternatively, the location of the TMP file itself may identify the associated application. However, as TMP files are usually only used whilst a program is running or left behind when an application is uninstalled, it is unlikely that it can be opened for any useful purpose other than recovery by the associated application. Known applications which use TMP files include Microsoft Word, Norton Antivirus and NeroAudio.

How Can I Open TMP File on Windows

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

How Can I Open TMP File on Mac OS

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

How Can I Open TMP File on Android

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

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