P24 File Extension

What is P24 file?

P24 is a file extension commonly associated with PAR Recovery Volume files. PAR Recovery Volume specification was created by Peter B. Clements. P24 file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. P24 file belongs to the Archive Files category just like 619 other filename extensions listed in our database. QuickPar is by far the most used program for working with P24 files. On the official website of Peter B. Clements developer not only will you find detailed information about theQuickPar software, but also about P24 and other supported file formats.

Programs which support P24 file extension

Programs that can handle P24 files are as follows. Files with P24 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 P24 extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening P24 files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with P24 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 P24 files.

Step 1. Download and install QuickPar

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening P24 files is that no program that can handle P24 files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the QuickPar developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. If you want to download QuickPar installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Peter B. Clements website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of QuickPar

If the problems with opening P24 files still occur even after installing QuickPar, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software.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. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. This can be one of the causes why P24 files are not compatible with QuickPar. The latest version of QuickPar should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign QuickPar to P24 files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate P24 files with latest version of QuickPar you have installed on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the P24 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
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where QuickPar is installed, check the Always use this app to open P24 files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with P24 extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select QuickPar and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with P24 extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the P24 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 P24 file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. The P24 may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

Should it happed that the P24 is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. P24 file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the P24 file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. If the P24 file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the PAR Recovery Volume file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle QuickPar

If the systems has insufficient resources to open P24 files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with PAR Recovery Volume files. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle P24 files.

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