PL5 File Extension

What is PL5 file?

Full format name of files that use PL5 extension is Graph Saurus Bitmap Image Format. PL5 file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Linux, Mac OS, Windows system platform. Files with PL5 extension are categorized as Raster Image Files files. The Raster Image Files subset comprises 522 various file formats. RECOIL supports PL5 files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 7 other tools may also be used. Software named RECOIL was created by Piotr Fusik and Adrian Matoga. In order to find more detailed information on the software and PL5 files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support PL5 file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 3 operating systems that support PL5 files. Files with PL5 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: 07/06/2020

How to open file with PL5 extension?

Problems with accessing PL5 may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with PL5 extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install RECOIL software

Problems with opening and working with PL5 files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with PL5 files being present on your machine. This one is an easy one. Select RECOIL or one of the recommended programs (for example, Sublime Text, Perl, Atom) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit RECOIL website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of RECOIL and update if needed

If you already have RECOIL installed on your systems and PL5 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. If you have an older version of RECOIL installed, it may not support PL5 format. The latest version of RECOIL should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Graph Saurus Bitmap Image Format files with RECOIL

If you have the latest version of RECOIL installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage PL5 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.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the PL5 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
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the RECOIL installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open PL5 files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected PL5 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
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with PL5 extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the PL5 is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the PL5 file is valid. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. The PL5 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 PL5 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. If the scanner detected that the PL5 file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Ensure the file with PL5 extension is complete and error-free

If you obtained the problematic PL5 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. If the PL5 file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Graph Saurus Bitmap Image Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle RECOIL

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support PL5 files. Close all running programs and try opening the PL5 file.

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Graph Saurus Bitmap Image Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle PL5 files.

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