PSI2 File Extension

What is PSI2 file?

Full format name of files that use PSI2 extension is Microsoft Works 2 For Mac Data Format. PSI2 file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. PSI2 file belongs to the Misc Files category just like 6033 other filename extensions listed in our database. The software recommended for managing PSI2 files is Microsoft Works. Microsoft Works software was developed by Microsoft Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about PSI2 files or the Microsoft Works software program.

Programs which support PSI2 file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support PSI2 files. PSI2 files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Updated: 06/09/2020

How to open file with PSI2 extension?

Problems with accessing PSI2 may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with PSI2 files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with PSI2 files.

Step 1. Install Microsoft Works software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening PSI2 files is that no program that can handle PSI2 files is installed on user’s system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Microsoft Works. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support PSI2 files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download Microsoft Works installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Microsoft Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update Microsoft Works to the latest version

You still cannot access PSI2 files although Microsoft Works is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. The reason that Microsoft Works cannot handle files with PSI2 may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Microsoft Works.

Step 3. Associate Microsoft Works 2 For Mac Data Format files with Microsoft Works

After installing Microsoft Works (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open PSI2 files. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the PSI2 file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Microsoft Works is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open PSI2 files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected PSI2 file open the file menu and choose Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select Microsoft Works and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with PSI2 extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Ensure that the PSI2 file is complete and free of errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the PSI2 file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Verify that the PSI2 in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the PSI2 file hinders attempts to open it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the PSI2 file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Verify that the PSI2 file’s structure is intact

If the PSI2 file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. When downloading the file with PSI2 extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Microsoft Works

If the systems has insufficient resources to open PSI2 files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Microsoft Works 2 For Mac Data Format files. It may be the case that the PSI2 files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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