PSA File Extension

What is PSA file?

Full format name of files that use PSA extension is Photoshop Album Catalog Format. Photoshop Album Catalog Format format was developed by Adobe Systems. PSA file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Mac OS, Windows system platform. PSA file belongs to the Data Files category just like 1326 other filename extensions listed in our database. Adobe Photoshop Elements supports PSA files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 1 other tools may also be used. On the official website of Adobe Systems Incorporated developer not only will you find detailed information about theAdobe Photoshop Elements software, but also about PSA and other supported file formats.

Programs which support PSA file extension

The list that follows enumerates programs compatible with PSA files, divided into 2 categories based on operating system on which they are available. PSA files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with PSA extension?

Being unable to open files with PSA extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Photoshop Album Catalog Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install Adobe Photoshop Elements software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening PSA files is that no program that can handle PSA files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the Adobe Photoshop Elements developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support PSA files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading Adobe Photoshop Elements installed is by going to developer’s website (Adobe Systems Incorporated) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Adobe Photoshop Elements

You still cannot access PSA files although Adobe Photoshop Elements 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. This can be one of the causes why PSA files are not compatible with Adobe Photoshop Elements. The most recent version of Adobe Photoshop Elements is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Adobe Photoshop Elements to PSA files

After installing Adobe Photoshop Elements (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open PSA files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the PSA with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Adobe Photoshop Elements is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open PSA files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected PSA file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with PSA extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the PSA for errors

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 PSA file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the PSA file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the PSA is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the PSA file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. PSA file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

If you obtained the problematic PSA 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 PSA extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

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. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Adobe Photoshop Elements

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

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Photoshop Album Catalog Format file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle PSA files.

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