PPI File Extension

What is PPI file?

PPI is a file extension commonly associated with Microsoft PowerPoint Graphics files. Microsoft Corporation defined the Microsoft PowerPoint Graphics format standard. PPI files are supported by software applications available for devices running , Windows. PPI file belongs to the Graphic Files category just like 524 other filename extensions listed in our database. Microsoft PowerPoint supports PPI files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 2 other tools may also be used. Software named Microsoft PowerPoint was created by Microsoft Corporation. In order to find more detailed information on the software and PPI files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support PPI file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open PPI files divided into 2 categories according to system platform supported. PPI files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with PPI extension?

Being unable to open files with PPI extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with PPI extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with PPI files.

Step 1. Get the Microsoft PowerPoint

Problems with opening and working with PPI files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with PPI files being present on your machine. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing Microsoft PowerPoint or different compatible program, such as Microsoft Office, Microsoft Office Mobile. 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 Microsoft PowerPoint installed is by going to developer’s website (Microsoft Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update Microsoft PowerPoint to the latest version

You still cannot access PPI files although Microsoft PowerPoint is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. This can be one of the causes why PPI files are not compatible with Microsoft PowerPoint. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Microsoft PowerPoint.

Step 3. Assign Microsoft PowerPoint to PPI files

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

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the PPI file
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• 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 PPI files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected PPI file open the file menu and choose Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select Microsoft PowerPoint and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with PPI extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the PPI is not faulty

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper PPI file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

If the PPI is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. PPI file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the PPI file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. 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. If the PPI file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

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 Microsoft PowerPoint Graphics 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 PPI files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

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 Microsoft PowerPoint Graphics files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with PPI files affecting older versions of given software.

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