Convert FP5 to FMP12
| File Extension | FP5 |
| Full Name | FileMaker Pro Database Format |
FP5 is an extension specific to the files used by the database creation software called FileMaker Pro 5. FP5 are files that are used to save the databases created in the program. Their structure is characteristic of this type of file. The basic element of such files are tables with fields with specific data types and rows called database records.
| File Extension | FMP12 |
| Full Name | FileMaker Pro Database Format |
File with a .FMP12 extension contains a database comprising of tables, boxes and records, and also other elements, such as forms, rapports or motives used to customise its interface. Such files are specific to FileMaker Pro Software since its 12th version, the previous versions support the FP7 format.
What is file format conversion?
File format conversion is the process of transforming a file from one format (referred to as "FP5") to another (referred to as "FMP12"). This may be necessary for various reasons. For example, FP5 file may be incompatible with the software or device we want to use to open or edit it. In such cases, converting the file from format FP5 to format FMP12 becomes essential.
So, how can we perform FP5 to FMP12 file conversion? Fortunately, there are many tools and computer programs available that enable file format conversion. These tools work by reading the data from the file in format FP5 and transforming it into format FMP12. This allows the preservation of the original information contained in the file, even after changing its format. Below you will find a list of FP5 to FMP12 converters.
Conversion from FP5 to FMP12
FP5 to FMP12
How to convert the FP5 file to FMP12?
If you have already downloaded one of the converters and installed it on your computer, you can proceed to the appropriate conversion process of FP5 to FMP12. Handling all the programs is usually very intuitive and is based on the same pattern of conduct. We will briefly discuss a few steps that you always need to go through while changing the format of the FP5 file:
- Please indicate on your computer the source file FP5, the format of which you are going to change
- Load the FP5 file to the application
- Select the output format of the FMP12 file (the one that we want to achieve)
- Select the location to save the output file FMP12 on the disk (the place where the program will save the converted file)
- Confirm conversion
- Wait for a moment
- Enjoy the converted FMP12 file that can be found in the location selected in step 4
Other conversions
from the FP5 format:
Other conversions
to the FMP12 format:
I cannot see the file extensions. What should I do?
File extensions are not normally displayed to users. To change this, go to Control Panel, select Appearance and Personalization and Folder Options. Next, select the View and find the option "Hide extensions for known file types". The option should be deselected (cleared) and confirmed with OK.