Tips to open PLW file
Can't open the PLW file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open PLW files as well as a list of programs that support PLW files.
PLW file extension
| File Name |
PicoLog Data Format |
| File Developer |
Pico Technology |
| File Category |
Data Files |
The PLW file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the PLW files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the PLW file on each system platform.
What is PLW file?
The file in the PLW format belongs to the Data Files category. The creator of this file is Pico Technology. Additionally, the Data Files category contains 1326 of other files. PicoLog Data Format appears on 1 operating systems as a functional file. The file will work on Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. It is recommended to use PicoLog to handle this file. This is a program created by Pico Technology.
How to open PLW file?
An often recurring problem with PicoLog Data Format is that PLW is not associated with the correct program file. Thus, when you open PLW, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. This problem can be easily remedied.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the PLW 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 PicoLog
The first step is to check if the computer has the PicoLog program installed. This can be achieved by typing PicoLog 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. Below is a list of programs that support the file PLW.
Programs to open PLW file
Remember to download programs supporting PLW files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of PicoLog with PLW files
If, despite the installed application, the PLW file does not start in the PicoLog application, you must create a file 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 set the program to handle this type. 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 PLW file with the PicoLog application.
Step 3. Update PicoLog to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the PicoLog program, it is possible that PicoLog Data Format requires a newer version of the program. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the Pico Technology page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the PLW file
If the above steps do not help, you can assume that the file itself is not correct. The most common file problems are:
The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. This suggests truncating the PLW file contents when downloading or copying. The file should be downloaded again, making sure that the process has finished correctly.
The computer may have fallen victim to a computer virus or hacker. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. If this is not possible, you can use the online scanner. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the PLW file that we want to open. However, remember that not every infected PLW file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
Older version of PLW file may not always be supported by the latest software version. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
There can be many reasons for the failure. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged PLW files. You can restore the file from a backup or use Pico Technology help.
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted file PLW except for the special designation, works normally, but only on the device where it was encrypted, before transferring it to another machine, decryption is required.
Some operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. If possible, you can try to move the PLW file to another location.
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. Just close unnecessary programs. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file PLW to close. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the PLW file for a certain period of time. If this does not work either, restart the device.
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