File Extension Library


.INPROGRESS File Extension

  • Developer by: Apple
  • Category: Backup Files
  • Format: Binary

What are .INPROGRESS files and how to open them?

Can't open .INPROGRESS file? Are you wondering what it contains? On our site we will explain to you what this file is, what it is used for and what software opens the .INPROGRESS file.

What is a .INPROGRESS file extension?

.INPROGRESS file extension is created by Apple. .INPROGRESS has been classified as Backup Files. The format of .INPROGRESS file is Binary.

.INPROGRESS is Time Machine Backup Progress File

Backup file created by Time Machine, the default backup program included with Mac OS X 10.5 and later; stores the backup progress of files as they're being backed up and is removed when the backup process is complete.

INPROGRESS files are created and deleted in the background without user visibility. However, in the unlikely even that a backup fails, there may be an INPROGRESS file left over. For the safety of backed up data, it is best to consult an Apple representative to fix this issue.

NOTE: INPROGRESS files are stored in the Mac OS X package format. Therefore, if necessary, you can right-click the file and select "Show Package Contents" to manually view the backup data within the package.

List of all softwares that can open the Time Machine Backup Progress File
Mac
Apple Time Machine

How to fix problems with .INPROGRESS files

  1. You need to update the application that you normally use to open .INPROGRESS files. Only the latest version of the software supports the current .INPROGRESS file format
  2. You need to check the .INPROGRESS file for viruses. To do this, you need to scan it with a popular antivirus (Norton, Nod32, Kaspersky, Dr.Web, etc.)