Tips to open PPTX file
Can't open the PPTX file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open PPTX files as well as a list of programs that support PPTX files.
PPTX file extension
| File Name |
PowerPoint Open XML Presentation |
| File Developer |
Microsoft |
| File Category |
Data Files |
The PPTX file is supported on 4 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the PPTX files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the PPTX file on each system platform.
What is PPTX file?
A .PPTX file is a PowerPoint or related presentation. It is an extension of the .PPT format. Unlike its predecessor, it is based on the Open XML standard. This means that instead of one binary file, the presentation is saved as a ZIP archive, with the main XML file and the rest of the additional materials used in the file. .PPTX files can also be read by other presentation applications, however they may be compatible, so it is worth reviewing the presentation before running it to be sure.
How to open PPTX file?
The main problem with PowerPoint Open XML Presentation is that the PPTX file is incorrectly associated with programs. This is manifested by the fact that PPTX files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the PPTX 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
An often overlooked issue is to make sure that PowerPoint is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name PowerPoint into the 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 PPTX.
Programs to open PPTX file
Remember to download programs supporting PPTX files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of PowerPoint with PPTX files
However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the PPTX file to open in the PowerPoint application, but you can set it manually. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select 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. 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. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the PPTX file with the PowerPoint application.
Step 3. Update PowerPoint to the latest version
If, despite the association of the PowerPoint program with the PowerPoint Open XML Presentation file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version. 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 PPTX file
Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. File problems can be divided into the following:
The PPTX file may be unusually small compared to the original file. Usually this applies to PPTX 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 operating system may be infected with a computer virus. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our PPTX file. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover PPTX 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 PPTX files changes over time. 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 PPTX files. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact Microsoft
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted file PPTX 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. If possible, you can try to move the PPTX file to another location.
This problem usually affects more complex files. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the PPTX file again. However, some background programs may block the PPTX file while scanning. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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