PL3 File Extension

What is PL3 file?

PL3 filename suffix is mostly used for Harvard Chart Palette files. Harvard Graphics defined the Harvard Chart Palette format standard. PL3 file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. PL3 file belongs to the Misc Files category just like 6033 other filename extensions listed in our database. Harvard Graphics ChartXL is by far the most used program for working with PL3 files. Harvard Graphics ChartXL software was developed by Harvard Graphics, and on its official website you may find more information about PL3 files or the Harvard Graphics ChartXL software program.

Programs which support PL3 file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support PL3 files. Files with PL3 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 PL3 extension?

Being unable to open files with PL3 extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Harvard Chart Palette files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with PL3 files.

Step 1. Install Harvard Graphics ChartXL software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening PL3 files is that no program that can handle PL3 files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Harvard Graphics ChartXL and install it on your device. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support PL3 files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download Harvard Graphics ChartXL installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Harvard Graphics website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of Harvard Graphics ChartXL and update if needed

You still cannot access PL3 files although Harvard Graphics ChartXL is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that Harvard Graphics ChartXL cannot handle files with PL3 may be that the software is outdated.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 Harvard Graphics ChartXL.

Step 3. Assign Harvard Graphics ChartXL to PL3 files

After installing Harvard Graphics ChartXL (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open PL3 files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Right-click the PL3 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 Harvard Graphics ChartXL installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open PL3 files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the PL3 file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with PL3 extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the PL3 for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the PL3 file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. The PL3 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 PL3 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 PL3 file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Ensure the file with PL3 extension is complete and error-free

Did you receive the PL3 file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. 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. It could happen the the download process of file with PL3 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

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Harvard Chart Palette file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle Harvard Graphics ChartXL

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with PL3 extension. In this case close the other applications.

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Harvard Chart Palette file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle PL3 files.

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