P9S File Extension

What is P9S file?

P9S filename suffix is mostly used for Plane9 Scene Format files. P9S file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. P9S file belongs to the 3D Image Files category just like 622 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular software that supports P9S files is Plane9.

Programs which support P9S file extension

The following listing features P9S-compatible programs. Files with P9S suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

Updated: 12/09/2020

How to open file with P9S extension?

Being unable to open files with P9S extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with P9S files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Get the Plane9

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening P9S files is that no program that can handle P9S files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Plane9 and install it on your device. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading Plane9 installed is by going to developer’s website () and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update Plane9 to the latest version

If you already have Plane9 installed on your systems and P9S files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that Plane9 cannot handle files with P9S may be that the software is outdated.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 Plane9.

Step 3. Set the default application to open P9S files to Plane9

If you have the latest version of Plane9 installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage P9S 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.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the P9S with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Plane9 is installed, check the Always use this app to open P9S files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected P9S 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 the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with P9S extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Ensure that the P9S file is complete and free of errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the P9S file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. The P9S may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the P9S is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the P9S file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the P9S file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Verify that the P9S file’s structure is intact

If you obtained the problematic P9S 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. When downloading the file with P9S extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

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. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Plane9 Scene Format file again.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Plane9

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support P9S files. Close all running programs and try opening the P9S file.

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Plane9 Scene Format files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with P9S files affecting older versions of given software.

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