Tips to open PAE file
Can't open the PAE file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open PAE files as well as a list of programs that support PAE files.
PAE file extension
| File Name |
PowerArchiver Encrypted Archive |
| File Developer |
ConeXware |
| File Category |
Compressed Files |
The PAE file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the PAE files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the PAE file on each system platform.
What is PAE file?
The PAE file has been categorized as Compressed Files. The author of this format is ConeXware. In addition to this file, the Compressed Files category includes 236 related files. PowerArchiver Encrypted Archive is supported by 1 operating systems. These systems consist of Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. It is recommended to use PowerArchiver to handle this file. This is a program created by ConeXware, Inc..
How to open PAE file?
The most common problem when using PowerArchiver Encrypted Archive is that a specific PAE is not associated with the program. Thus, when you open PAE, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. How to solve such a problem?
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the PAE 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 PowerArchiver
An often overlooked issue is to make sure that PowerArchiver is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name PowerArchiver into the system search engine. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file PAE with PowerArchiver. Below is a list of programs that support the file PAE.
Programs to open PAE file
Remember to download programs supporting PAE files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of PowerArchiver with PAE files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the PAE file still does not use the PowerArchiver program, it means no association. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select Properties. The window will show, among other things, the type of the file and the information by which the program is used to launch the file. Using the "Change" button we can select the desired program. The program should be visible in the window, otherwise it should be selected manually using the "Browse" button and the program installation directory should be indicated. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the PAE file with the PowerArchiver application.
Step 3. Update PowerArchiver to the latest version
If, however, after binding PowerArchiver with PowerArchiver Encrypted Archive there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. In this case, use the ConeXware, Inc. website or update the program from the application.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the PAE 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 suggests truncating the PAE file contents when downloading or copying. The file should be downloaded again, making sure that the process has finished correctly.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the PAE file that we want to open. Sometimes virus-infected PAE files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the PAE file. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
There can be many reasons for this. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular PAE file corruption. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact ConeXware
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted PAE files can be used by the device on which they were encrypted, on any other device it is required to have the appropriate cryptographic key and decrypt the file before its recovery.
The operating system protects files in some locations (e.g. the root of the system partition) against unauthorized access. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. Copying the PAE file to another location will fix the problem.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Just close unnecessary programs. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the PAE file again. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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