HDP files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: HD Photo File
General Information
| Title | HDP File Extension |
| Extension | .hdp |
| Full Form | HD Photo File |
| File Type | Image File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | image/vnd.ms-photo |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store digital photos |
| Additional Functions | Support photo editing |
| Features | High compression, Lossless quality |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High definition |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | Yes |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Digital Photography | Yes |
| Image Archiving | Yes |
| Graphic Design | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Trusted sources |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2006 |
| Latest Version | Renamed to JPEG XR (2009) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .jpegxr, .jxr, .wdp |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Microsoft Windows Photos |
Free | Windows |
 Adobe Photoshop |
Subscription | Windows, Mac |
 XnView |
Free, Donation | Windows, Mac, Linux |
Type 2: MAGIX Hard Disk Project Audio File
General Information
| Title | HDP File Extension |
| Extension | .hdp |
| Full Form | MAGIX Hard Disk Project Audio File |
| File Type | Audio Project File |
| Developer | MAGIX Software GmbH |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store audio project |
| Additional Functions | Save edits, effects |
| Features | Non-destructive editing, Multitrack |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Music Production | Yes |
| Audio Editing | Yes |
| Sound Design | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, Version control |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Varies |
| Latest Version | Depends on software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .wav, .mp3, .flac |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| MAGIX Samplitude Music Studio |
Commercial | Windows |
| MAGIX Sequoia |
Commercial | Windows |