Tips to open PPA file

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

PPA file extension

File Name PowerPoint Add-in
File Developer Microsoft
File Category Plugin Files

The PPA file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the PPA files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the PPA file on each system platform.

Operating systems
  • 3
  • 1
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

What is PPA file?

The file in the PPA format belongs to the Plugin Files category. The author of this format is Microsoft. Additionally, the Plugin Files category contains 179 of other files. PowerPoint Add-in appears on 2 operating systems as a functional file. Although it can be found with greater or lesser success on any operating system, it will only be useful on Mac OS, Windows. The PowerPoint application is recommended to open the file. It was released by Microsoft Corporation. This file type can also be opened by 3 other programs. Microsoft Office, Microsoft Visual Studio will apply when it is not possible to use PowerPoint.

How to open PPA file?

The most common problem when using PowerPoint Add-in is that a specific PPA is not associated with the program. This is manifested by the fact that PPA files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. How to solve such a problem?

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the PPA 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 PowerPoint

In this case, you should first verify that the PowerPoint application is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing PowerPoint into the operating system search engine. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Below is a list of programs that support the file PPA.

Step 2. Create association of PowerPoint with PPA files

If, despite the installed application, the PPA file does not start in the PowerPoint application, you must create a file association. 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 set the program to handle this type. 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 PPA file with the PowerPoint application.

Step 3. Update PowerPoint to the latest version

The fault may also lie with the PowerPoint program, it is possible that PowerPoint Add-in 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 PPA file

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

The PPA file may be unusually small compared to the original file. Usually this applies to PPA files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our PPA file. Sometimes virus-infected PPA files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the PPA 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. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged PPA files. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact Microsoft
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted PPA 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.
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 PPA file to another location.
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. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the PPA file again. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the PPA file for a certain period of time. If nothing helps, please reset the device.