Tips to open PRS file

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

PRS file extension

File Name Harvard Graphics Presentation
File Developer Harvard Graphics
File Category Data Files

The PRS file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the PRS files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the PRS file on each system platform.

Operating systems
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What is PRS file?

The PRS file has been categorized as Data Files. It was designed by Harvard Graphics. Additionally, the Data Files category contains 1326 of other files. Harvard Graphics Presentation is most often found on 1 operating systems. These systems consist of Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. This file type can also be opened by 2 other programs. The Harvard Graphics ChartXL, Corel Presentations programs will also handle the file when the Harvard Graphics presentation software program does not fulfill its role.

How to open PRS file?

The main problem with Harvard Graphics Presentation is that the PRS file is incorrectly associated with programs. This is manifested by the fact that PRS 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 PRS 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 Harvard Graphics presentation software

An often overlooked issue is to make sure that Harvard Graphics presentation software is installed on the computer. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name Harvard Graphics presentation software in it. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file PRS with Harvard Graphics presentation software. Below you will find a list of applications that support PRS files.

Step 2. Create association of Harvard Graphics presentation software with PRS files

If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the PRS file still does not use the Harvard Graphics presentation software program, it means no association. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. 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 Harvard Graphics presentation software application as the default for handling the PRS file.

Step 3. Update Harvard Graphics presentation software to the latest version

If, despite the association of the Harvard Graphics presentation software program with the Harvard Graphics Presentation file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version.

Step 4. Check for the following problems with the PRS file

The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. This could be due to the file itself, the cleanest issues are:

The PRS file may be unusually small compared to the original file. Usually this applies to PRS files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our PRS file. Sometimes virus-infected PRS files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
Older version of PRS file may not always be supported by the latest software version. 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 PRS files.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted PRS 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 operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. Copying the PRS file to another location will fix the problem.
This problem usually affects more complex files. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Just close unnecessary programs. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file PRS to close. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the PRS file for a certain period of time. If this does not work either, restart the device.