Tips to open PXL file
Can't open the PXL file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open PXL files as well as a list of programs that support PXL files.
PXL file extension
| File Name |
Pocket Excel Format |
| File Developer |
Microsoft |
| File Category |
Data Files |
The PXL file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the PXL files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the PXL file on each system platform.
What is PXL file?
The file with the extension PXL is the Data Files file type. The author of this format is Microsoft. Data Files consists of 1326 similar files. Pocket Excel 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 Mac OS, Windows. The main program that supports this format is NeoOffice. This was created by Planamesa Inc.. This file type can also be opened by 3 other programs. The Microsoft Excel, ActiveSync, SpreadCE programs will also handle the file when the NeoOffice program does not fulfill its role.
How to open PXL file?
An often recurring problem with Pocket Excel Format is that PXL is not associated with the correct program file. This is manifested by the fact that PXL files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. This problem can be easily remedied.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the PXL 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 NeoOffice
An often overlooked issue is to make sure that NeoOffice is installed on the computer. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name NeoOffice in it. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file PXL with NeoOffice. Below is a list of programs that support the file PXL.
Programs to open PXL file
Remember to download programs supporting PXL files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of NeoOffice with PXL files
If, despite the installed application, the PXL file does not start in the NeoOffice application, you must create a file association. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of file. 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 NeoOffice application as the default for handling the PXL file.
Step 3. Update NeoOffice to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the NeoOffice program, it is possible that Pocket Excel Format requires a newer version of the program. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the Planamesa Inc. page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the PXL 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 PXL file may be unusually small compared to the original file. Usually this applies to PXL 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. If this is not possible, you can use the online scanner. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the PXL file that we want to open. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover PXL 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 PXL 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. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair PXL file corruption. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting Microsoft, but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted PXL files cannot be played on other computers than the one on which they were encrypted, they must be decrypted before using on another device.
The operating system protects files in some locations (e.g. the root of the system partition) against unauthorized access. These directories are write-protected to them and it's very hard to fix this problem. It is best to move PXL to a different directory.
This problem usually affects more complex files. In this case, the PXL file is blocked by the first application to open it. 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 PXL file for a certain period of time. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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