PED File Extension

What is PED file?

PED filename suffix is mostly used for Corel WordPerfect Program Editor Delete Save files. Corel Corporation defined the Corel WordPerfect Program Editor Delete Save format standard. PED files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. PED file belongs to the Misc Files category just like 6033 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular program for handling PED files is WordPerfect Office, but users can choose among 1 different programs that support this file format. Software named WordPerfect Office was created by Corel Corporation. In order to find more detailed information on the software and PED files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support PED file extension

The following listing features PED-compatible programs. Files with PED extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

How to open file with PED extension?

Problems with accessing PED may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with PED files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install WordPerfect Office software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports PED files installed on the system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download WordPerfect Office and install it on your device. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading WordPerfect Office installed is by going to developer’s website (Corel Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update WordPerfect Office to the latest version

If you already have WordPerfect Office installed on your systems and PED files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. This can be one of the causes why PED files are not compatible with WordPerfect Office. The latest version of WordPerfect Office should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open PED files to WordPerfect Office

After installing WordPerfect Office (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open PED files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the PED with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• 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 WordPerfect Office is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open PED files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected PED file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select WordPerfect Office and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with PED extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Ensure that the PED 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 PED file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the PED file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the PED file hinders attempts to open it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. PED file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Ensure the file with PED extension is complete and error-free

If you obtained the problematic PED file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. When downloading the file with PED 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.

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Corel WordPerfect Program Editor Delete Save file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open WordPerfect Office

If the systems has insufficient resources to open PED 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 Corel WordPerfect Program Editor Delete Save files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with PED files affecting older versions of given software.

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