Tips to open POTHTML file
Can't open the POTHTML file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open POTHTML files as well as a list of programs that support POTHTML files.
POTHTML file extension
| File Name |
Microsoft PowerPoint HTML Template |
| File Developer |
Microsoft Corporation |
| File Category |
Document Files |
The POTHTML file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the POTHTML files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the POTHTML file on each system platform.
What is POTHTML file?
The POTHTML file has been categorized as Document Files. The author of this format is Microsoft Corporation. In addition to this file, the Document Files category includes 574 related files. Microsoft PowerPoint HTML Template 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. It is recommended to use Microsoft PowerPoint to handle this file. This is a program created by Microsoft Corporation. There are also 1 alternative programs to handle the POTHTML file. Microsoft Office will apply when it is not possible to use Microsoft PowerPoint.
How to open POTHTML file?
The main problem with Microsoft PowerPoint HTML Template is that the POTHTML file is incorrectly associated with programs. This causes the file POTHTML to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the POTHTML 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 Microsoft PowerPoint
In this case, you should first verify that the Microsoft PowerPoint application is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing Microsoft PowerPoint 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 POTHTML.
Programs to open POTHTML file
Remember to download programs supporting POTHTML files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Microsoft PowerPoint with POTHTML files
However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the POTHTML file to open in the Microsoft PowerPoint application, but you can set it manually. The association can be created using the drop-down list available by right-clicking on the file and selecting Properties. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of 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. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the POTHTML file with the Microsoft PowerPoint program.
Step 3. Update Microsoft PowerPoint to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the Microsoft PowerPoint program, it is possible that Microsoft PowerPoint HTML Template requires a newer version of the program. This can be done using the application (if it provides such options) or from the Microsoft Corporation website and install the latest version.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the POTHTML file
Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. This could be due to the file itself, the cleanest issues are:
The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. Usually this applies to POTHTML files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. 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. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file POTHTML or the program directory. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover POTHTML files, which are deleted if there is a backup of this file, then after restoring it, it must also be scanned.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the POTHTML files changes over time. Help should be sought from the software developer, as they usually recommend using free file converters or installing an older version of the program.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged POTHTML files. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact Microsoft Corporation
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted POTHTML 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 of the system directories are excluded from modification. 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 POTHTML file to another location.
This problem usually affects more complex files. In this case, the POTHTML file is blocked by the first application to open it. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the POTHTML file again. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the POTHTML file for a certain period of time. If this does not work either, restart the device.
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