IPF File Extension

The IPF file extension was created by IBM and is also known as the OS/2 Help File. IPF is classified as a Text Files and The format of this file type has not been determined yet. You can open IPF files in Xilinx ISE Design Suite program.

OS/2 Help File Type

OS/2 Help File Type
Extension .ipf
Developer IBM
Popularity 5.0 (129 Votes)
Mime Type mime-type/not.available
Default Program Xilinx ISE Design Suite
Category Text Files
Format Not Available
Updated 6/1/2025

What is a IPF File Type?

The IPF comes from the generalized markup language developed by IBM. Can be compiled into a searchable HLP file at l' help from the IPF (IPFC) compiler.

Free Online IPF Tools & Apps

Access powerful and secure free online IPF tools to convert, view, edit, merge, split, and compare IPF files — all without installing any software. Our tools support the .IPF (OS/2 Help File) file extension and run smoothly in any modern browser.

Select a tool below to explore features and manage your IPF files directly from your device with ease.

IPF Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the OS/2 Help File .IPF File Extensions while opening the .IPF files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open IPF Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for OS/2 Help File on your system such as Xilinx ISE Design Suite.
  2. Associate default Xilinx Xilinx ISE Design Suite program for *.ipf (OS/2 Help File) files.

    Associate IPF Default Program on Windows
    1. Right-click a *.IPF (e.g example.ipf) file and click Open With.
    2. In the Open with dialog box, click Xilinx Xilinx ISE Design Suite program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
    3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .ipf files.

All Platform Software Programs for IPF File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the IPF files on each platforms such as Windows, Mac, iOS, Linux, Web and Android, you may click the each software link for more details for other supported formats for each software and the verified direct download links for each software with complete lisensing details.

Microsoft Windows logo image Open IPF File on Windows

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Xilinx ISE Design Suite image. Xilinx ISE Design Suite 14 for Windows Commercial Xilinx

MacOs logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen IPF File on Mac OS

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Linux logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen IPF file on Linux

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Xilinx ISE Design Suite image. Xilinx ISE Design Suite 14 for Linux Commercial Xilinx

Website logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen IPF file on Web

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iOS logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen IPF file on iOS

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About Licensing

  1. Free Trial This software are often used for an attempt period, like 14 days, before requiring payment. Some trial versions have a reduced feature set.
  2. Free This software is liberal to use. Examples include open-source , freeware software, like free programs supported by advertising.
  3. Free+ This software is liberal to download and use, but contains in-app purchases (IAP) to unlock additional content or functionality.
  4. Paid This software must be purchased so as to use it. it's going to be offered as a perpetual license or ongoing subscription.
  5. Included with OS This software is bundled with an OS , like Windows, macOS, or Android.

IPF file extension icon image.About IPF - OS/2 Help File

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Updated 6/1/2025