Tips to open PMP file
Can't open the PMP file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open PMP files as well as a list of programs that support PMP files.
PMP file extension
| File Name |
AutoCAD Plot Model Parameter Format |
| File Developer |
Autodesk |
| File Category |
Settings Files |
The PMP file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the PMP files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the PMP file on each system platform.
What is PMP file?
The PMP file has been categorized as Settings Files. The creator of this file is Autodesk. In addition to this file, the Settings Files category includes 1305 related files. AutoCAD Plot Model Parameter Format appears on 1 operating systems as a functional file. These systems consist of Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. The main program that supports this format is AutoCAD. This was created by Autodesk, Inc..
How to open PMP file?
The main problem with AutoCAD Plot Model Parameter Format is that the PMP file is incorrectly associated with programs. Thus, when you open PMP, 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 PMP 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 AutoCAD
The first step is to check if the computer has the AutoCAD program installed. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name AutoCAD in it. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Below you will find a list of applications that support PMP files.
Programs to open PMP file
Remember to download programs supporting PMP files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of AutoCAD with PMP files
However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the PMP file to open in the AutoCAD application, but you can set it manually. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. 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. It may happen that in the next window there will be no appropriate program - however, this can be corrected with the "Browse" option where you should manually indicate the program location. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the PMP file with the AutoCAD program.
Step 3. Update AutoCAD to the latest version
If, despite the association of the AutoCAD program with the AutoCAD Plot Model Parameter Format file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version. In this case, use the Autodesk, Inc. website or update the program from the application.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the PMP file
If the above steps do not help, you can assume that the file itself is not correct. This could be due to the file itself, the cleanest issues are:
The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. This suggests truncating the PMP 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 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 PMP file that we want to open. Sometimes virus-infected PMP files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the PMP file. 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 the failure. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged PMP files. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact Autodesk
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted file PMP 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 of the system directories are excluded from modification. These directories are write-protected to them and it's very hard to fix this problem. Copying the PMP file to another location will fix the problem.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Closing other programs should help. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the PMP file for a certain period of time. If the problem persists, restart the machine.
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