POP File Extension
DBase Popup Menu Format
- File Type pop
- Developer dataBased Intelligence, Inc.
- Popularity
- Application Windows Notepad
- Category Game Files
- Format Text
What is a POP file?
The POP extension is related to DBase Popup Menu Format and is classified in the Game Files category, which contains 1265 files.
The DBase Popup Menu Format (POP) was developed by dataBased Intelligence, which created file format and programs to work with them.
POP files are supported by Windows. To open a POP file, you can choose from 3 programs such as Windows Notepad, Notepad++ and Team Fortress 2.
How to open a POP file?
If you cannot open a POP file, it is most often due to missing software. Select a program from the list according to your operating system. Then go to the official website of the program developer, download it, and install it on your device.
Windows Notepad, Notepad++ and Team Fortress 2 stand out as the preferred programs to manage POP files effectively. To install the current version of Windows Notepad, go directly to the official Microsoft website. The universal package for all operating systems is available there.
After successful installation, your operating system should seamlessly handle POP files via Windows Notepad.
Set Windows Notepad as the default POP program
Change Default Program on Mac
- Right click or Control + left click on the desired POP file;
- Choose "Open in Application" and click "Other";
- Go to the lower section of the window, where you will find the "Enable" menu. By default, it is set to "Recommended Programs";
- Select "All Programs" from this menu and proceed to search for Windows Notepad. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to set it as the default option.
Set default programs for Windows
- Start by right-clicking on your POP file, then select the "Open with" option and choose "Choose another app" from the menu that appears;
- In the pop-up window, select the Windows Notepad application;
- Check the "Always use this application" checkbox, and then click "OK" to apply the selected application as the default for opening POP files.
Convert files to and from POP
For difficult POP files, try converting them to formats like JPG, GRD or similar formats to improve usability.
Be aware that converting a POP file may reduce some features, but you can usually revert it to the original format.
Convert POP to other file formats
Solve problems with POP files
POP files may present some challenges, but most can be easily addressed with minor software tweaks. See the troubleshooting tips below for guidance.
What are the ways to check if my POP file is damaged?
POP game files that have become corrupted may display one or more of the following symptoms:
- The file does not respond or shows errors when opening it;
- The file exhibits poor performance during editing operations in Notepad++;
- The file stops responding or freezes in Windows Notepad or other programs;
- Unexplained POP file size inflation;
- Actions performed on the file result in the appearance of error notifications;
Why does Windows Notepad crash or shut down frequently?
Insufficient updates for Microsoft products can cause Windows Notepad to crash. Be sure to regularly install the latest software updates.
Restarting your computer will solve many common problems, which is why it’s the first thing you should do before changing any settings related to the software.
Is there any specific software or utility that can help repair a damaged POP file?
Use a recovery program to open the damaged POP file, and in the menu, click "Repair" to start the repair operation. Wait for the recovery process to finish, allowing automatic repair of damaged game files.
How to edit a POP file?
To make changes to POP files, you need specialized software that allows both opening and editing the game files. Online POP editors offer fewer capabilities than applications optimized for DBase Popup Menu Format.
Best POP Editor Software in 2026
With the mentioned criteria in mind, we have assembled a selection of POP editors.
| POP Editor Software | Developer | Platforms | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Notepad++ | Notepad++ Team | Windows | 4.6 out of 5 (37 reviews) |
| Windows Notepad | Microsoft | Windows | 4.2 out of 5 (37 reviews) |