Convert FP3 to TXT

Understanding the fp3 and txt file formats

FP3 is a proprietary database file format used by FileMaker Pro 3, a popular database management application. FP3 files store structured data, layouts, and scripts, making them suitable for complex database solutions. In contrast, a TXT file is a standard plain text file that contains unformatted text, widely supported across platforms and applications.

Why convert fp3 to txt?

Converting FP3 to TXT is useful when you need to extract raw data from a FileMaker Pro 3 database for use in other applications, data analysis, or simple archiving. TXT files are universally accessible and easy to process with various tools.

How to convert fp3 to txt

Since FP3 is a proprietary format, direct conversion tools are rare. The most reliable method is to use FileMaker Pro 3 or a compatible version to export your data:

1. Open your FP3 file in FileMaker Pro 3 or a compatible version.
2. Go to File → Export Records.
3. In the export dialog, select Tab-Separated Text or Comma-Separated Text as the export format.
4. Choose the fields you want to export and specify the destination for your TXT file.
5. Click Save to complete the export.

This process will create a plain text file containing your database records, which can be opened in any text editor.

Best software for fp3 to txt conversion

The most effective and reliable software for this conversion is FileMaker Pro 3 or a later version that supports FP3 files. There are no online converters that directly support FP3 due to its proprietary nature. If you do not have access to FileMaker Pro, consider seeking assistance from someone who does or using a virtual machine with an older version of FileMaker Pro installed.

Summary

To convert FP3 files to TXT, use FileMaker Pro to export your data as a text file. This ensures data integrity and compatibility with other applications.