Convert GP4 to GP3

File Extension GP4
Full Name Guitar Pro 4 Project Format

File Extension GP3
Full Name Guitar Pro 3 Project Format

GP3 is a file extension that is given by a specialized software tool called Guitar Pro 3. This program uses GP3 files to save documents containing tabs made in the string instrument program. GP3 files also contain the typical musical notation for a staff.

What is file format conversion?

File format conversion is the process of transforming a file from one format (referred to as "GP4") to another (referred to as "GP3"). This may be necessary for various reasons. For example, GP4 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 GP4 to format GP3 becomes essential.

So, how can we perform GP4 to GP3 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 GP4 and transforming it into format GP3. This allows the preservation of the original information contained in the file, even after changing its format. Below you will find a list of GP4 to GP3 converters.

Conversion from GP4 to GP3

GP4 to GP3

How to convert the GP4 file to GP3?

If you have already downloaded one of the converters and installed it on your computer, you can proceed to the appropriate conversion process of GP4 to GP3. 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 GP4 file:

  • Please indicate on your computer the source file GP4, the format of which you are going to change
  • Load the GP4 file to the application
  • Select the output format of the GP3 file (the one that we want to achieve)
  • Select the location to save the output file GP3 on the disk (the place where the program will save the converted file)
  • Confirm conversion
  • Wait for a moment
  • Enjoy the converted GP3 file that can be found in the location selected in step 4
Other conversions
from the GP4 format:
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Other conversions
to the GP3 format:
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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.