File extension .DUMP
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Google BreakPad Crash Log Format | Misc Files |
The DUMP file extension is associated with Google BreakPad, a minidump debugging tool developed by Google to provide stack traces generated when a program crashes. It helps developers and system administrators identify the cause of a crash, and can be used with a variety of programs, including Windows and Mac operating systems.
The DUMP file contains a collection of data generated at the time of the crash, which can help identify and isolated the source of the issue. It generally includes information about the application, such as its name and version, details about the operating system, or further debugging information. A DUMP file may also contain a small section of memory related to the processes that where running at the time of the crash.
Structure of DUMP Files
The DUMP file structure is relatively simple; it begins with an external header containing information related to the crash, followed by sections defining each register state found in the crash. These sections are then followed by data pages containing memory information, finally followed by a page descriptor section describing all of these pages. Each page contains one megabyte (1024 kilobyte) of data which can be accessed via offsets defined in the page descriptor section.
Similar File Extensions
Other minidump debugging file types typically associated with similar tools include .MDMP, .PDB, and .DBG.
Programs for WINDOWS system
Programs for MAC system
Programs for LINUX system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .DUMP) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .DUMP extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .DUMP file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .DUMP extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .DUMP extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .DUMP file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .DUMP file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .DUMP file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .DUMP file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .DUMP file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines
Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
New technologies enthusiast, helping to solve problems with the files.
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