What is .HLP File and How can be Open into the Desktop?
A .HLP file is a help file used by older versions of Microsoft Windows. It is the file format used by Windows Help, a platform used by Windows applications to provide context-sensitive help. It is a compiled binary format that contains structured text, images, and other elements that make up the help system.
HLP files can be opened on Windows computers with the Windows Help program (WinHlp32.exe). This program is not included in the newer versions of Windows, such as Windows 10, 8, and 7, so it must be installed separately. For example, you can download the Windows Help program from Microsoft’s website.
Once the Windows Help program is installed, you can open an .HLP file by double-clicking it, or by right-clicking it and then selecting “Open” from the context menu. You can also open an .HLP file from within a program. For example, if you are using a program that includes a help menu, you can click on the menu and then select “Open Help File” or “Open .HLP File”.
It is important to note that .HLP files are not compatible with newer versions of Windows, such as Windows 10, 8, and 7. If you are using a newer version of Windows, you will need to find an alternative way to view the help information, such as by downloading an updated version of the program or by using an online help system.