Opening a COMP File

The COMP file type is primarily associated with Pokémon Sword/Shield.

COMP	File extension: COMP
	File type:	binary save file

What is a COMP file?

COMP files mostly belong to Pokémon Sword/Shield. Pokémon Sword/Shield save file: A COMP file stores your game progress in Pokémon Sword and Shield.
It is a proprietary binary file that holds data such as your in‐game status, inventory, and other progress markers.

This file is created internally by the game.

It uses built-in checksums and encoding for data integrity.

Viewing its contents requires specialized software or a hex editor.

For more details, check the information on the official site.
Caution: Editing this file without the proper tools may damage your saved progress.

How to open a COMP file

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

Online COMP Text Viewer

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Programs that open and convert COMP files:

Pokémon Sword/Shield
See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. COMP files are often referred to as Pokémon Sword/Shield games because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
Pokémon Sword and Shield
A .COMP file is most commonly a saved game data file used by Pokémon Sword and Shield, storing player progress, Pokémon collection, and other game-related information. These files are essential for resuming gameplay from where it was last saved. While other uses of the .COMP extension might exist, the association with Pokémon Sword and Shield is the most prevalent. This file format is classified as Game Data.

Technical Data for COMP File Extension

File classification:

Game

Related files:

srm, nsp, nro, gci, pk, cmap, kdt, ksd, wicdemo, sav, dat, bin

a comp binary save file is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with COMP files

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