P23 File Extension

What is P23 file?

P23 is a file extension commonly associated with PAR Recovery Volume files. Peter B. Clements defined the PAR Recovery Volume format standard. P23 file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. P23 file belongs to the Archive Files category just like 619 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular software that supports P23 files is QuickPar. QuickPar software was developed by Peter B. Clements, and on its official website you may find more information about P23 files or the QuickPar software program.

Programs which support P23 file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support P23 files. Files with P23 suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with P23 extension?

Problems with accessing P23 may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with P23 extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install QuickPar software

Problems with opening and working with P23 files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with P23 files being present on your machine. The solution is straightforward, just download and install QuickPar. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support P23 files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading QuickPar installed is by going to developer’s website (Peter B. Clements) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update QuickPar to the latest version

If the problems with opening P23 files still occur even after installing QuickPar, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of QuickPar is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of QuickPar installed, it may not support P23 format. The most recent version of QuickPar is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign QuickPar to P23 files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate P23 files with latest version of QuickPar you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the P23 file and choose Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the QuickPar installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open P23 files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with P23 extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with P23 extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the P23 is not faulty

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper P23 file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. The P23 may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the P23 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 scanner detected that the P23 file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Verify that the P23 file’s structure is intact

If you obtained the problematic P23 file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. It could happen the the download process of file with P23 extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the PAR Recovery Volume file.

4. Check whether your system can handle QuickPar

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with P23 extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with PAR Recovery Volume files and ensure security of your device and operating system. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle P23 files.

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