File Extension Library


.PCP File Extension

  • Developer by: Microsoft
  • Category: Developer Files
  • Format: Binary

What are .PCP files and how to open them?

Can't open .PCP 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 .PCP file.

What is a .PCP file extension?

.PCP file extension is created by Microsoft. .PCP has been classified as Developer Files. The format of .PCP file is Binary.

.PCP is Windows Installer Patch Creation Properties File

File used by the Windows Installer, which is the standard installer software included with the Windows operating system; contains global settings for a software patch package; used for generating .MSP patch files.

PCP files can be edited using Orca.exe, a tool included with the Windows Software Development Kit (SDK). Patch packages can be generated from PCP files using Msimp.exe and Patchwiz.dll. These programs are also included with the Windows SDK.

List of all softwares that can open the Windows Installer Patch Creation Properties File
Windows
Microsoft Windows SDK

How to fix problems with .PCP files

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