HPL File Description

Written by:   |   Revised: December 05, 2018

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HPL File Summary

Our most recent information indicates that HPL files are associated with only a single known file type, the HP Graphics Language Plotter File format, and can be viewed primarily with Canvas X, including eight other known software applications (listed below). HPL files are traditionally categorized as Vector Image Files.

We have found HPL files on the Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems. They are both mobile and desktop device friendly. The HPL File Extension carries a Popularity Rating of "Low", meaning that these files are scarcely found in most user's file stores.

Please see the detailed information below to learn more about HPL files and the programs that can open them. In addition, we provide simple troubleshooting information to help you open your HPL file.

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Sorts of HPL Files


Main HPL Affiliation

.HPL
Extension:.hpl
Class:HP Graphics Language Plotter File

This file is a printer instruction based on the plotter language developed by Hewlett Packard. It contains a few lines of setup commands, followed by a series of printing commands, which tell the plotter what and where to draw on the page.

Organization: Hewlett-Packard
Division:Vector Image Files
Entry: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.hpl

Software Programs That Open The HP Graphics Language Plotter File:


Canvas X by ACD Systems

Windows
Mac

CADSoftTools ABViewer by CADSoftTools

Windows

Lemkesoft GraphicConverter by Lemkesoft

Mac
Linux

CorelDRAW Graphics Suite by Corel

Windows

SwiftView by SwiftView, Inc.

Windows
Linux

Software Companions ViewCompanion Pro by Software Companions

Windows

vhf interservice Cenon by Cenon Compancy

Mac
Linux

HPGL Viewer by ideaMK

Windows

CADintosh by Lemkesoft

Mac

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HPL Demand


Primary OS Ranking

Windows (97.14%)
Macintosh (2.06%)
Linux (0.73%)
Chrome (0.05%)
Other (0.01%)

Browser Popularity

Chrome (58.80%)
Firefox (11.05%)
Internet Explorer (9.04%)
Edge (8.46%)
Safari (3.87%)


Understanding HPL Issues


Troubles Opening HPL Files

Canvas X Removed

When you double-click your HPL file, you may see a dialog box from your operating system stating that it "Cannot Open This File Type". If so, it typically means that you don't have Canvas X installed for %%os%%. You won't be able to double-click to open your HPL because your OS doesn't know what to do with it.


Tip: If you don't have Canvas X installed, and you know of another program to open your HPL file, you can try opening it by selecting from the programs listed under "Show Apps".


Incorrect Canvas X Version

Sometimes your installed version of Canvas X won't support your HP Graphics Language Plotter File file. Installing the latest version of Canvas X from ACD Systems is recommended. This issue mainly occurs when your HP Graphics Language Plotter File file was created by a newer version of Canvas X than you have on your PC.


Tip: Sometimes you can get a clue about the version of HPL file you have by right clicking on the file, then clicking on "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac OSX).


Conclusion: The majority of HPL file opening issues are due to not having the correct Canvas X version installed.


Additional HPL Opening Issues

You can still experience errors opening HPL files even with the latest version of Canvas X installed on your PC. If you are continuing to have errors with loading HPL files, other external issues might be to blame. Other contributing causes:

  • HPL file type Registry entries are wrong
  • Unintentional removal of the description of the HPL file inside the Windows Registry
  • Invalid installation of a HPL-associated program (eg. Canvas X)
  • Something has caused file corruption of your HPL
  • The HPL is infected with a virus
  • Device drivers of the hardware associated with your HPL file are corrupt or out-of-date
  • Too many applications are open on your PC to load your HP Graphics Language Plotter File file successfully

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