PSPAUTOSAVE File Extension

What is PSPAUTOSAVE file?

Full format name of files that use PSPAUTOSAVE extension is PaintShop Pro Autosave. PaintShop Pro Autosave specification was created by Corel Corporation. Files with PSPAUTOSAVE extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. PSPAUTOSAVE file format, along with 619 other file formats, belongs to the Archive Files category. The software recommended for managing PSPAUTOSAVE files is Corel PaintShop Pro.

Programs which support PSPAUTOSAVE file extension

The following listing features PSPAUTOSAVE-compatible programs. PSPAUTOSAVE 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 PSPAUTOSAVE extension?

Being unable to open files with PSPAUTOSAVE extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with PSPAUTOSAVE 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. Get the Corel PaintShop Pro

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports PSPAUTOSAVE files installed on the system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Corel PaintShop Pro. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download Corel PaintShop Pro installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of Corel PaintShop Pro and update if needed

If the problems with opening PSPAUTOSAVE files still occur even after installing Corel PaintShop Pro, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Corel PaintShop Pro is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. This can be one of the causes why PSPAUTOSAVE files are not compatible with Corel PaintShop Pro. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Corel PaintShop Pro.

Step 3. Set the default application to open PSPAUTOSAVE files to Corel PaintShop Pro

After installing Corel PaintShop Pro (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open PSPAUTOSAVE files. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Right-click the PSPAUTOSAVE 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 Corel PaintShop Pro installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open PSPAUTOSAVE files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected PSPAUTOSAVE file open the file menu and choose Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select Corel PaintShop Pro and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with PSPAUTOSAVE extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the PSPAUTOSAVE for errors

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

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

Should it happed that the PSPAUTOSAVE is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. PSPAUTOSAVE file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Verify that the PSPAUTOSAVE file’s structure is intact

If the PSPAUTOSAVE file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. If the PSPAUTOSAVE 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. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Check whether your system can handle Corel PaintShop Pro

If the systems has insufficient resources to open PSPAUTOSAVE files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

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 PaintShop Pro Autosave file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with PSPAUTOSAVE files affecting older versions of given software.

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