POTHTML File Extension

What is POTHTML file?

Full format name of files that use POTHTML extension is Microsoft PowerPoint HTML Template. Microsoft Corporation defined the Microsoft PowerPoint HTML Template format standard. POTHTML files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. Files with POTHTML extension are categorized as Document Files files. The Document Files subset comprises 574 various file formats. The most popular program for handling POTHTML files is Microsoft PowerPoint, but users can choose among 1 different programs that support this file format. On the official website of Microsoft Corporation developer not only will you find detailed information about theMicrosoft PowerPoint software, but also about POTHTML and other supported file formats.

Programs which support POTHTML file extension

The following listing features POTHTML-compatible programs. Files with POTHTML 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 POTHTML extension?

Being unable to open files with POTHTML extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with POTHTML 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. Download and install Microsoft PowerPoint

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening POTHTML files is that no program that can handle POTHTML files is installed on user’s system. This one is an easy one. Select Microsoft PowerPoint or one of the recommended programs (for example, Microsoft Office) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support POTHTML files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading Microsoft PowerPoint installed is by going to developer’s website (Microsoft Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Microsoft PowerPoint

You still cannot access POTHTML files although Microsoft PowerPoint 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 Microsoft PowerPoint cannot handle files with POTHTML may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of Microsoft PowerPoint is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Microsoft PowerPoint to POTHTML files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate POTHTML files with latest version of Microsoft PowerPoint you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Right-click the POTHTML 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 Microsoft PowerPoint installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open POTHTML files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the POTHTML file and select 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 POTHTML extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

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

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

1. Verify that the POTHTML in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the POTHTML file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the POTHTML file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the POTHTML file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

If you obtained the problematic POTHTML 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 POTHTML 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. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Microsoft PowerPoint HTML Template file again.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Microsoft PowerPoint

If the systems has insufficient resources to open POTHTML 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 Microsoft PowerPoint HTML Template files. It may be the case that the POTHTML files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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