All about CEP Files

The CEP file type is primarily associated with Adobe Captivate.

CEP	File extension: CEP
	File type:	compressed project file

What is a CEP file?

CEP files mostly belong to Adobe Captivate. CEP files are project containers that use common archive formats. They can be compressed with ZIP or GZIP, which means the file is essentially a package holding multiple items.

Zipped Corel Draw projects: A CEP file is a zipped project that holds Corel Draw data. This type is often used by Adobe Captivate to bundle graphics and assets into one file.

Bagpipe music notation: some of CEP files use GZIP compression to store bagpipe music notation data. Programs such as the Canmore Eding Program or Bagpipe Music Writer Gold handle these files.

DNA sequence assembly data: some of CEP files are used as CodonCode Aligner projects. They store sequence alignment information. For details, visit CodonCode Aligner.

The purpose of a CEP file is to keep all project-related data in one compressed archive. This makes it easier to move the project between computers and protect the data integrity. In many cases, the archive format means you can even open the file with standard extraction tools to view its contents if you understand the structure.
FilExt.com note: The abbreviation CEP may be interpreted differently by each creator. In some contexts it stands for a Corel Encapsulated Project, while in others it can be seen as a Captivate Export Package or similar term appropriate to the project domain.

How to open CEP files

You need a suitable software like Adobe Captivate to open a CEP 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 CEP file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a CEP file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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Programs that open and convert CEP files:

Adobe Captivate
See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. CEP files are often referred to as Adobe Captivate compresseds because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
CostOS Estimating (Project Database File) by Nomitech Unlimited
CostOS is a very powerfull cost estimating software, dedicated to the following industries: Construction Contractors and Construction Consultancies. This file format is classified as Database.

Technical Data for CEP File Extension

File classification:

Compressed

Related files:

cdr, cpt, bww, alp, cp2, zip, pdf, zdb, lut, ~ap, gz

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: ContigExpress.ProjectDocument
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Informax\Vector NTI Suite 9\CExpress.exe %1

ProgramID: ContigExpress.ProjectDocument
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Invitrogen\Vector NTI Advance 10\CExpress.exe

a cep compressed project file is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with CEP files

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