XFP File Extension

XFP file icon

Microsoft SharePoint Extending Form Library Properties

What is a XFP file?

Microsoft SharePoint Extending Form Library Properties, identified by the XFP extension, is a Settings Files type and includes 1190 files.

With the creation of the Microsoft SharePoint Extending Form Library Properties (XFP), Microsoft introduced file format along with 242 programs built for their use.

XFP files are supported by Windows. You can settings a XFP file using one of 2 programs, for example Microsoft SharePoint Server and Microsoft SharePoint Workspace.

How to open a XFP file?

The most common reason why a XFP file cannot be opened is the absence of required software. To fix this, select a compatible program from the list. Then visit the official developer website via the provided link, download the program, and install it on your system.

The most popular programs for working with XFP files are Microsoft SharePoint Server and Microsoft SharePoint Workspace. To get the latest version of Microsoft SharePoint Server, open the Microsoft website where a universal installer for all operating systems is available.

Once setup is done, your operating system should assign Microsoft SharePoint Server as the default app for XFP files.

Make Microsoft SharePoint Server the default XFP viewer

Changing the default program in Windows

  1. Start by right-clicking on your XFP file and selecting the "Open With" option. From there, click "Choose another app" to continue;
  2. Inside the popup window, scroll through the list of applications and specifically choose Microsoft SharePoint Server as the application to associate with your XFP file;
  3. Check the "Always use this app" checkbox and click "OK".

Change the default app to open files on Mac

  1. Right click or use Control + Left Click on the desired XFP file to access a dropdown menu of actions;
  2. Select "Open in application" and click "Other";
  3. Scroll down to the bottom of the window, where you will find the "Enable" menu. Default, "Recommended Programs" will be selected;
  4. In this menu, choose "All Programs" and navigate to Microsoft SharePoint Server. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to make it the default program.

Finding answers to XFP file problems

If you encounter issues with XFP files, don’t worry—most can be fixed with minor software adjustments. Refer to the troubleshooting tips below.

What are the signs that my XFP file is damaged?

Corrupted XFP settings files may have one or more of the following symptoms:

  • Opening or processing the file in Microsoft SharePoint Server or other programs causes instability or crashes in the program;
  • The file shows errors when trying to open it or does not open completely;
  • Unexpected expansion of the total size of the XFP file;
  • Working with the file triggers the display of error messages;

Why does Microsoft SharePoint Server quit or crash unexpectedly?

Microsoft SharePoint Server crashes can be attributed to outdated software. Make sure you have installed the latest updates for Microsoft products.

A computer restart is often the key to solving numerous common problems. That’s why, it is recommended to restart the computer before making any changes to the software settings.

What methods can be used to repair a damaged XFP file?

Use a recovery program to open the damaged XFP file and navigate to the "Repair" menu item. Wait for the recovery process to finish, as it will automatically repair damaged settings files.