Tips to open PPWS file
Can't open the PPWS file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open PPWS files as well as a list of programs that support PPWS files.
PPWS file extension
| File Name |
Enfocus PitStop Workspace Settings Format |
| File Category |
Settings Files |
The PPWS file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the PPWS files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the PPWS file on each system platform.
What is PPWS file?
The file in the PPWS format belongs to the Settings Files category. Additionally, the Settings Files category contains 1305 of other files. Enfocus PitStop Workspace Settings 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 PitStop Professional. This was created by Enfocus NV..
How to open PPWS file?
The main problem with Enfocus PitStop Workspace Settings Format is that the PPWS file is incorrectly associated with programs. This is manifested by the fact that PPWS 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 PPWS 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 PitStop Professional
An often overlooked issue is to make sure that PitStop Professional is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing PitStop Professional 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 you will find a list of applications that support PPWS files.
Programs to open PPWS file
Remember to download programs supporting PPWS files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of PitStop Professional with PPWS files
If, despite the installed application, the PPWS file does not start in the PitStop Professional 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 displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of file. Using the "Change" button we can select the desired program. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. The "always use the selected program ..." field will set the PitStop Professional application as the default for handling the PPWS file.
Step 3. Update PitStop Professional to the latest version
If, however, after binding PitStop Professional with Enfocus PitStop Workspace Settings Format there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. This can be done using the application (if it provides such options) or from the Enfocus NV. website and install the latest version.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the PPWS 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 PPWS file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the PPWS file. 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 quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. If this is not possible, you can use the online scanner. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file PPWS or the program directory. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover PPWS files, which are deleted if there is a backup of this file, then after restoring it, it must also be scanned.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the PPWS file. Help should be sought from the software developer, as they usually recommend using free file converters or installing 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. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular PPWS file corruption. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted file PPWS 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 PPWS 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. Just close unnecessary programs. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the PPWS file again. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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