Tips to open P64 file

Can't open the P64 file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open P64 files as well as a list of programs that support P64 files.

P64 file extension

File Name Picasso 64 Image Format
File Category Graphic Files

The P64 file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the P64 files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the P64 file on each system platform.

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What is P64 file?

The file with the extension P64 is the Graphic Files file type. In addition to this file, the Graphic Files category includes 524 related files. Picasso 64 Image Format appears on 1 operating systems as a functional file. The file will work on Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The main program that supports this format is XnView. This was created by Pierre-Emmanuel Gougelet.

How to open P64 file?

The main problem with Picasso 64 Image Format is that the P64 file is incorrectly associated with programs. This is manifested by the fact that P64 files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the P64 file icon you want to open. If the operating system has an appropriate application to support it and there is also an association between the file and the program, the file should be opened.

Step 1. Install XnView

An often overlooked issue is to make sure that XnView is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing XnView into the operating system search engine. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open P64 files.

Programs to open P64 file

Remember to download programs supporting P64 files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.

Step 2. Create association of XnView with P64 files

If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the P64 file still does not use the XnView program, it means no association. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Using the "Change" button we can select the desired program. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the P64 file with the XnView application.

Step 3. Update XnView to the latest version

The fault may also lie with the XnView program, it is possible that Picasso 64 Image Format requires a newer version of the program. This can be done using the application (if it provides such options) or from the Pierre-Emmanuel Gougelet website and install the latest version.

Step 4. Check for the following problems with the P64 file

The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. The most common file problems are:

The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the P64 file. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the P64 file that we want to open. However, remember that not every infected P64 file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
Older version of P64 file may not always be supported by the latest software version. On their websites, developers usually offer free solutions to such problems, e.g. in the form of a conversion program or an older version of the program.
There can be many reasons for this. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular P64 file corruption. You can restore the file from a backup or use N/A help.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted P64 files cannot be played on other computers than the one on which they were encrypted, they must be decrypted before using on another device.
Some operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. These directories are write-protected to them and it's very hard to fix this problem. It is best to move P64 to a different directory.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the P64 file again. However, some background programs may block the P64 file while scanning. If the problem persists, restart the machine.