BMP file format description
Many people often share .bmp files without providing instructions on how to use them. This can make it difficult for users to determine which program is compatible for editing, converting, or printing .bmp files. To address this issue, we have created this page to offer assistance and guidance on handling .bmp files. We provide information on compatible software, editing instructions and conversion options to help users effectively interact with .bmp files.
Our aim is to simplify the process and promote seamless use of the .bmp file format.
2 filename extension(s) found in our database.
.bmp - Windows Bitmap Image
The BMP graphic files are related to XnView. The BMP file is a Windows Bitmap Image. BMP or DIB (device-independent bitmap) is a bitmapped graphics format used internally by the Microsoft Windows graphics subsystem (GDI), and used commonly as a simple graphics file format on that platform.
| Application: | XnView |
|---|---|
| Category: | Graphic files |
| Mime-type: | image/bmp |
| Magic: | - / - |
| Aliases: | bmpf, dib, rl4, rl8, vga |
Windows Bitmap Image related extensions:
- $s ZX Spectrum Hobetta Image
- 2bp Pocket PC Bitmap Image
- 2d Amapi Image
- 411 Sony Mavica Picture
- 4bt GoDot Image
- 73i TI-73 Bitmap
.bmp - BPM Studio Skin Bitmap
The BMP data files are related to BPM Studio. The BML file is a BPM Studio Skin Bitmap. Alcatech BPM studio is a next generation audio-player, providing all new ways of playing, editing, and archiving audio files.
| Application: | BPM Studio |
|---|---|
| Category: | Data files |
| Mime-type: | application/octet-stream |
| Magic: | - / - |
| Aliases: | - |
BPM Studio Skin Bitmap related extensions:
Be careful.
It is important to understand that the .bmp file extension is not limited to a particular set of applications. Other programs besides the intended ones can also use the .bmp extension to create files. This includes potentially harmful programs or malware that may generate .bmp files for various purposes. Be especially cautious with .bmp files coming from untrusted or unknown sources.
Can't open a .bmp file?
When you double-click a file to open it, Windows examines the filename extension. If Windows recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When Windows does not recognize an extension, you receive the following message:
Select an app to open this .bmp file
To set the .bmp file association in Windows 11, you can follow these steps
- Open the Settings app by clicking on the Start menu and selecting the gear icon.
- In the Settings app, click on System and then select Apps from the left-hand side menu.
- Scroll down and click on the Default apps option.
- Under the Default apps section, you will find various categories such as Email, Web browser, and Music player.
- Locate the category that matches the file type you want to associate, such as Photos for image files or Video player for video files.
- Click on the current default app listed under the category. A list of available apps will appear.
- Choose the app you want to set as the default for that file type. If the desired app is not listed, click on More apps to see additional options or click on Look for an app in the Microsoft Store to search for apps in the Store.
- After selecting the app, it will become the default choice for opening files of that type.
It's worth mentioning that you don't always need to set .bmp file association. Many applications can open .bmp files without requiring any specific file association to be set.
The .bmp file extension is often given incorrectly
Based on searches conducted on our site in the past year, we have compiled a list of the most common misspellings. These frequent misspellings can cause confusion and hinder search accuracy. Our goal in providing this list is to help users find the right information more easily and enhance their overall search experience on our website.
These misspellings were the most common in the past year:
bhp, bkp, blp, bm, bml, bmo, bnp, bp, bpm, fmp, gmp, hmp, mbp, mp, nmp
Is it possible that the filename extension is misspelled?
There is a possibility that the .bmp filename extension is misspelled. To assist users in identifying potential errors, we provide a list of similar file extensions in our database.
Filename extensions similar to .bmp:
- blp Blizzard Texture Data
- bpm BehavePlus Moisture Scenario Data
- hmp 3D Gamestudio Terrain Data
- mp cGPSmapper Polish Map Data
- bp Binary Picture TIFF Image
- gmp Global Mapper Package
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Windows XP/Vista, Windows 7/8/10, Windows 11, CentOS, Debian GNU/Linux, Ubuntu Linux, FreeBSD, macOS, Mac OS X, iOS, Android
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