Tips to open PUP file

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

PUP file extension

File Name PlayStation 3 Update Format
File Developer Sony
File Category Compressed Files

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

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What is PUP file?

The PUP file has been categorized as Compressed Files. The creator of this file is Sony. In addition to this file, the Compressed Files category includes 236 related files. PlayStation 3 Update Format 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 , Windows. Alternatively, you can use 1 other programs. Sony PlayStation will apply when it is not possible to use PS3 PUP Extractor.

How to open PUP file?

The main problem with PlayStation 3 Update Format is that the PUP file is incorrectly associated with programs. This is manifested by the fact that PUP 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 PUP 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 PS3 PUP Extractor

In this case, you should first verify that the PS3 PUP Extractor application is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name PS3 PUP Extractor into the system search engine. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open PUP files.

Programs to open PUP file

Remember to download programs supporting PUP files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.

PS3 PUP Extractor
PS3 PUP Extractor
Step 2. Create association of PS3 PUP Extractor with PUP files

If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the PUP file still does not use the PS3 PUP Extractor program, it means no association. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. The window will show, among other things, the type of the file and the information by which the program is used to launch the 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. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the PUP file with the PS3 PUP Extractor application.

Step 3. Update PS3 PUP Extractor to the latest version

If, however, after binding PS3 PUP Extractor with PlayStation 3 Update Format there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version.

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

The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. File problems can be divided into the following:

The PUP file may be unusually small compared to the original file. Usually this applies to PUP files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our PUP file. However, remember that not every infected PUP file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the PUP 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. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged PUP files.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted file PUP 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. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. Copying the PUP file to another location will fix the problem.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Just close unnecessary programs. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the PUP file for a certain period of time. If this does not work either, restart the device.