.IGP File Extension

IGP files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.

Type 1: Igor Published Music Notation File

IGP files store sheet music created with Igor Engraver software. Users download demo files that can be viewed and played in Igor Reader. Files can then be purchased online to access full sheet music. ...

General Information

Title IGP File Extension
Extension .igp
Full Form Igor Published Music Notation File
File Type Music Notation File
Developer NoteHeads
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store music scores
Additional Functions Playback music notation
Features Editable, Printable

File Characteristics

Quality High fidelity
Supports Layers Yes
Supports Transparency No
Editable Yes

Use Cases

Music Composition Yes
Sheet Music Creation Yes
Music Education Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Low
Best Practices Regular updates

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release 1990s
Latest Version Depends on software version

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .mid, .xml, .mxl

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Igor Engraver Commercial Windows, Mac

Type 2: Intel Graphics Profile

General Information

Title IGP File Extension
Extension .igp
Full Form Intel Graphics Profile
File Type Settings File
Developer Intel Corporation
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store settings
Additional Functions Import, Export
Features Configurable, Portable

File Characteristics

Quality Not applicable
Supports Layers No
Supports Transparency No
Editable Through software

Use Cases

Custom Graphics Yes
Performance Tuning Yes
Display Configuration Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Minimal
Best Practices Backup, Regular updates

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release Not widely documented
Latest Version Varies with software

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .icc, .icm

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Intel Graphics Command Center Free Windows 10, Windows 11
Intel Graphics Control Panel Free Legacy support