File extension .GP5
Full Name | Developer | Category |
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Guitar Pro 5 Project File Format | Arobas Music | Audio Files |
The .gp5 file extension is a Guitar Pro 5 tablature file, which was created using Guitar Pro 5, a famous tablature editor application. This file carries instructions on how musical notes should be played when using a guitar, including finger positions, chord diagrams, and tunings. The content of the .gp5 file can be viewed as either standard notation or tablature, by toggling the display mode. Actions such as playing, pausing, stopping, or looping the playback can also be undertaken with this type of file.
Functions of the GP5 File Extension
The .gp5 file extension presents several high-quality features that makes it one of the most requested formats in music production. It includes an impact on sound modules through the Realistic Sound Engine, as well as having numerous effects like equalization (EQ), reverb, and chorus. It also allows for addition of drum tracks generated by virtual drums modules, and has options for creating custom tunings in various sizes and shapes like five-string basses or seven-string guitars. Besides that, this file type is fully customizable with various instruments and guitar sounds included.
Similar File Extensions
Similar to the Guitar Pro 5 tablature file extension are .gpx, .gp4, .gp3, and .gtp. All of these files are used with various versions of Guitar Pro, and all contain various notation elements regarding musical notes.
Programs for WINDOWS system
Programs for MAC system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .GP5) 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 .GP5 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 .GP5 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 .GP5 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 .GP5 extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .GP5 file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .GP5 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 .GP5 file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .GP5 file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .GP5 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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