Opening PSP Files

The PSP file type is primarily associated with PaintShop.

PSP	File extension: PSP
	File type:	multi-layer image

What is a PSP file?

PSP files mostly belong to PaintShop by Corel. PSP filename extension is associated with images created by earlier versions of PaintShop Pro raster graphics editor. These PSP files are considered "picture tubes" as they contain multi-layer images without a background and they can be merged with other images to produce a final image that will be exported from the program. PSP is also the filename extension of the user preferences (settings) file used by Photoshop raster graphics editor. This file also contains settings for editing/painting tools and panel actions. Civil 3D, a building information modeling and documentation software, saves pond shape definitions as ASCII text in PSP files. Webpages that are stored as PL/SQL Server Pages use PSP filename extension. Such PSP files contain HTML tags, CSS styles, JavaScript code, and (PL/SQL) server-side scripts that dynamically inject the results of SQL queries into web pages. You can view the "unprocessed" contents of PSP webpages using plain text editors.

How to open PSP files

You need a suitable software like PaintShop to open a PSP file. Without proper software you will receive a Windows message "How do you want to open this file?" or "Windows cannot open this file" or a similar Mac/iPhone/Android alert. If you cannot open your PSP file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a PSP file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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Easily convert PSP files to JPG, PNG, SVG, PDF, ...

You can convert PSP files using our online PSP file viewer (powered by Convert.Guru):

To do this, click the button "Choose your .psp file to view this image" on this page.
After your file is opened in browser,
click "Save as..." in the menu.
Then choose the image format (e.g. JPG, PNG, TIFF, PDF, ...) you want.
Download the converted file.

Programs that open and convert PSP files:

PaintShop by Corel
See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. PSP files are often referred to as PaintShop raster images because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
Oracle Database (server page) by Oracle
Oracle Database is a multi-model, on-site and cloud-based database management system. It can parse server pages stored in PL/SQL (Procedural Language For SQL) programming language script format as HTML content and return the PSP file containing HTML data to clients that request pages from the server. This file format is classified as Web (source).
Photoshop (preferences) by Adobe
Photoshop is a raster graphics editor that is used for professional photo editing and graphics design. Its user preferences (settings) file has PSP filename extension. This file format is classified as Settings.
Preps (print data) by Kodak
Preps is a prepress program for creating frequently repeated layouts and ganged flat work. It provides various workflow automation tools for outputting print files in different formats. PostScript prepped imposed print files created by Preps have PSP filename extension. This file format is classified as Data.
Prodea Synergy Procedure
Project Scheduler (planning data) by Scitor
Project Scheduler is a discontinued project, tasks, and appointment scheduling software for classic Windows operating systems. Planning data created with Project Scheduler are saved in PSP files. This file format is classified as Data.
Streets & Trips (push pin) by Microsoft
Streets & Trips is a discontinued route planning and mapping software for Windows operating system. Push pins used to mark locations in Streets & Trips were saved in PSP files. This file format is classified as Data.
SYNETSIM (synaptic transmitter data) by PBRC University of Hawai'i
SYNETSIM is a program for simulating simple neural nets using multicompartmental, reprogrammable neurons having realistic cellular properties and second-messenger-mediated modulation. Its synaptic transmitter file has PSP filename extension. This file format is classified as Data.

PSP file format details:

Each file has a definite file format, that is, how the stored data is arranged in the file. Often, the file format can be deduced from the file extension or the initial bytes (called the signature). Nonetheless, different programs can utilize the same file extension to represent distinct file formats. Double-clicking on the file often results in an error when opening. If there are problems opening a file, you must first determine the file format used. Below you will find our evaluation of the PSP files:

The PSP file extension is not found very often and is used by different programs with different formats. The file formats most commonly found in PSP files are:

50% of all PSP files are Paint Shop Pro Image files. These files contain neither text nor words, but only data. The file size is in the range of 87 KB to 6 MB. The file type was used 20 years ago. The files contain the following words: Paint Shop Pro Image File. Files like these are sometimes connected to image, and usually contain person-related data.
5% of all PSP files internally utilize the JSON file format. JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) is a lightweight data−interchange format. It is easy for humans to read and write. It is easy for machines to parse and generate. The contents of these files are easily readable with a text editor. PSP files are between 1 KB and 26 KB in size. The files contain the following words: Height, Name, Width, Clips, Frames, Source, Type and Untitled.

All other PSP files (45%) have different formats, often, for example, ELF. Sometimes used for photoshop or prefs. Drag & drop your file here to see the file format and a preview of your PSP file!

Technical Data for PSP File Extension

File classification:

Raster Image

Related files:

pspimage, prefs, psd, mif, jpg, pdf, psb, zip, png, webp, elf, rgb, ppf

Related links:

XnView, IrfanView

Mime type:

application/octet-stream

The following listing is compiled from the database produced by the 'Associate This!' program, selected data from the main FILExt database and file extension information submitted by users.

ProgramID: ACDSee.psp, FileType: ACDSee PSP Image, AppName: ACDSee

ProgramID: ACDSee.PSP, FileType: ACDSee PSP Image, AppName: ACDSee for Windows 95/98/2000/NT

ProgramID: ACDSee6.psp, FileType: ACDSee6 PSP Image, AppName: ACDSee 6.0 Application
EXEFile: ACDSee6.exe

ProgramID: ACDSee6.psp, FileType: ACDSee6 PSP Image, AppName: ACDSee Application

ProgramID: FotoCanvas2.PSP, FileType: FotoCanvas PSP Image, AppName: FotoCanvas2
EXEFile: FotoCanvas2.exe

ProgramID: ICPlus, AppName: ImageEditor Plus
EXEFile: ICPlus.exe

ProgramID: Microsoft.PocketStreets.Pushpin, FileType: Microsoft Pocket Streets Pushpins

ProgramID: Microsoft.PocketStreets.Pushpin.8.0, FileType: Microsoft Pocket Streets Pushpins

ProgramID: Photoshop.PreferencesFile, AppName: Adobe Photoshop
EXEFile: Photoshop.exe

ProgramID: Photoshop.PreferencesFile, AppName: Adobe Photoshop
EXEFile: Photoshp.exe

ProgramID: Photoshop.PreferencesFile, AppName: Adobe Photoshop CS
EXEFile: Photoshop.exe

ProgramID: Photoshop.PreferencesFile, AppName: Adobe Photoshop Elements
EXEFile: photoshopelements.exe

ProgramID: Photoshop.PreferencesFile, AppName: PHOTOSTO
EXEFile: PHOTOSTO.EXE

ProgramID: pspFile, FileType: Prodigy Internet Enrollment-Signup, AppName: SBC Yahoo! Connection Manager
EXEFile: ConnectionManager.exe

ProgramID: PV1.Image, AppName: Ulead Instant Viewer

ProgramID: SlowView PSP, AppName: SlowView
EXEFile: SlowView.exe

ProgramID: ACDSee 6.0.psp
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\ACD Systems\ACDSee\6.0\ACDSee6.exe %1

ProgramID: ACDSee 7.0.psp
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\ACD Systems\ACDSee\7.0\ACDSee7.exe %1

ProgramID: ACDSee.psp
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\ACD Systems\ACDSee\5.0\ACDSee5.exe %1

ProgramID: ACDSee.PSP
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\ACD Systems\ACDSee\ACDSee.exe /dde

ProgramID: ACDSee.PSP
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\ACDSYS~1\ACDSee\ACDSee.exe /dde

ProgramID: ACDSee.PSP
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\HEWLET~1\PHOTOS~1\ACDSys\ACD\ACDSee\ACDSee.exe /dde

ProgramID: PaintShopPro8.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Jasc Software Inc\Paint Shop Pro 8\Paint Shop Pro.exe /dde

ProgramID: PaintShopPro9.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Jasc Software Inc\Paint Shop Pro 9\Paint Shop Pro 9.exe /dde

ProgramID: PEX7.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Ulead Systems\Ulead Photo Explorer 7.0\Pex.exe %1

ProgramID: Photoshop.PreferencesFile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Adobe\Adobe Photoshop CS\Photoshop.exe

ProgramID: Photoshop.PreferencesFile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Adobe\Photoshop 5.0 LE\Photosle.exe

ProgramID: Photoshop.PreferencesFile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Adobe\Photoshop 5.5\Photoshp.exe

ProgramID: Photoshop.PreferencesFile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Adobe\Photoshop 6.0.1 CE\Photoshp.exe

ProgramID: Photoshop.PreferencesFile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Adobe\Photoshop 6.0\Photoshp.exe

ProgramID: Photoshop.PreferencesFile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Adobe\Photoshop 7.0\Photoshop.exe

ProgramID: Photoshop.PreferencesFile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Adobe\Photoshop CS\Photoshop.e

ProgramID: Photoshop.PreferencesFile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Adobe\Photoshop CS\Photoshop.exe

ProgramID: Photoshop.PreferencesFile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Adobe\Photoshop Elements 2\Photoshopelements.exe

ProgramID: Photoshop.PreferencesFile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Adobe\Photoshop Elements 3.0\PhotoshopelementsEditor.exe

ProgramID: Photoshop.PreferencesFile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Adobe\Photoshop Elements\PhotoshopElements.exe

ProgramID: Photoshop.PreferencesFile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Photoshop Elements 2\Photoshopelements.exe

ProgramID: PressWriter.Document
EXEFile: C:\THEPRI~1\THEPRI~1.0\PRESSW~1.0\PSPW.EXE %1

ProgramID: PSP5.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\PAINTS~1\Psp.exe /dde

ProgramID: PSP5.Image
EXEFile: F:\PAINT~14\Psp.exe /dde

ProgramID: PSP7.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Jasc Software Inc\Paint Shop Pro 7\psp.exe

ProgramID: PSP7.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Jasc Software Inc\Paint Shop Pro 7\psp.exe /dde

ProgramID: PSP7.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Paint Shop Pro 7\psp.exe /dde

ProgramID: PSP_UV
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Advanced Image Viewer and Converter\ImgViewer.exe %1

ProgramID: pspFile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\SBCYAH~1\CONNEC~1\CMConfig.exe -isp:%1

ProgramID: pspFile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\SBCYAH~1\CONNEC~1\CONNEC~1.EXE -isp:%1

ProgramID: PV1.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Ulead Systems\Ulead Photo Explorer 7.0\eViewer.exe %1

ProgramID: PV8.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Ulead Systems\Ulead Photo Explorer 8.0

ProgramID: ACDSee6.psp
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\ACD Systems\ACDSee\6.0\ACDSee6.exe %1

ProgramID: FotoCanvas2.PSP
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\ACD Systems\FotoCanvas\2.0\FotoCanvas2.exe /dde

ProgramID: Photoshop.PreferencesFile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Adobe\Photoshop 5.0\Photoshp.exe

ProgramID: Photoshop.PreferencesFile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\adobe\photoshop cs\photoshop.exe does not exist.

ProgramID: pspFile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\ProdINet\Bin\PICW.EXE %1

ProgramID: Imagen de PSP5
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\PAINTS~1\psp.exe /dde

ProgramID: Photoshop.PreferencesFile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Photoshop CS\Photoshop.exe

ProgramID: PaintShopProStudio1.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Jasc Software Inc\Paint Shop Pro Studio\Paint Shop Pro Studio.exe /dde

ProgramID: PV8.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Ulead Systems\Ulead Photo Explorer 8.0 SE Basic\eViewer.exe %1

ProgramID: XnView.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\XnView\xnview.exe %1

ProgramID: ACDSee 7.0.psp
EXEFile: %SystemRoot%\Program Files\ACD Systems\ACDSee\7.0\ACDSee7.exe %1

ProgramID: PSP6.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\PAINTS~1\psp.exe /dde

ProgramID: Photoshop.PreferencesFile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Adobe\Photoshop 5.0 ME Tryout\Photosto.exe

ProgramID: ACDSee 8.0.psp
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\ACD Systems\ACDSee\8.0\ACDSee8.exe %1

ProgramID: TheGIMP20
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\GIMP-2.0\bin\gimp-win-remote.exe gimp-2.2.exe %1

ProgramID: PV85.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Ulead Systems\Ulead Photo Explorer 8.5 SE\eViewer.exe

ProgramID: PSP6.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\PAINTS~1.0\Psp.exe

ProgramID: ACDSee Pro.psp
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\ACD Systems\ACDSee\8.0.Pro\ACDSee8Pro.exe

ProgramID: IrfanView.psp
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\irfanview\i_view32.exe

ProgramID: Photoshop.PreferencesFile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%r\Adobe\Photoshop 7.0\Photoshop.exe

ProgramID: Photoshop.PreferencesFile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Adobe\Photoshop Elements 4.0\PhotoshopelementsEditor.exe

ProgramID: pspFile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\SBCYAH~2\CONNEC~2\CONNEC~1.EXE -isp:%1

ProgramID: PV85.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Ulead Systems\Ulead Photo Explorer 8.6\eViewer.exe

ProgramID: PEX85.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Ulead Systems\Ulead Photo Explorer 8.5 SE Basic\PEX.exe

ProgramID: SnapfireI.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Corel\Corel Snapfire Plus\Corel Snapfire.exe

ProgramID: Photoshop.PreferencesFile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Adobe\Photoshop Elements 5.0\PhotoshopelementsEditor.exe

ProgramID: PanoStitcher.psp
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Pixtra\PANOST~1\PanoSt.exe

ProgramID: PV8.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Ulead Systems\Ulead Photo Explorer 8.0\eViewer.exe

ProgramID: IrfanView.psp
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\IRFANV~1\i_view32.exe

ProgramID: Photoshop.PreferencesFile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Adobe\Photoshop\Photoshop.exe

ProgramID: PhotoFiltre.Psp
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\_Graphix\Suites\PhotoFiltre\PhotoFiltre.exe

ProgramID: Image Broadway
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\IMAGEB~1\IMAGEB5.EXE

ProgramID: Photoshop.PreferencesFile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\PhootoshopCS\Adobe Photoshop CS3\Photoshop.exe

ProgramID: PhEdit.psp
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\VCW VicMan's Photo Editor\vcwphoto.exe

ProgramID: MyViewPad.psp
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\My ViewPad\MyViewPad.exe

ProgramID: Photoshop.PreferencesFile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Photoshop Elements\Photoshopelements.exe

ProgramID: Photoshop.PreferencesFile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Adobe\Photoshop Elements 6.0\PhotoshopelementsEditor.exe

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a psp multi-layer image is a special file format by Corel and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with PSP files

Associate the PSP file extension with the correct application.
Update your software that should actually open multi-layer images. Because only the current version supports the latest PSP file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the Corel manufacturer website after an available PaintShop update.
To make sure that your PSP file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
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