PSPSELECTION File Extension

What is PSPSELECTION file?

PSPSELECTION filename suffix is mostly used for PaintShop Pro Saved Selection files. PaintShop Pro Saved Selection format was developed by Corel Corporation. Files with PSPSELECTION extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. PSPSELECTION file belongs to the Misc Files category just like 6033 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular software that supports PSPSELECTION files is Corel PaintShop Pro.

Programs which support PSPSELECTION file extension

Programs that can handle PSPSELECTION files are as follows. PSPSELECTION 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 PSPSELECTION extension?

Problems with accessing PSPSELECTION may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to PaintShop Pro Saved Selection 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 PSPSELECTION files.

Step 1. Install Corel PaintShop Pro software

Problems with opening and working with PSPSELECTION files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with PSPSELECTION files being present on your machine. 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. Verify the you have the latest version of Corel PaintShop Pro

If the problems with opening PSPSELECTION files still occur even after installing Corel PaintShop Pro, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software.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 PSPSELECTION 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. Associate PaintShop Pro Saved Selection files with Corel PaintShop Pro

If you have the latest version of Corel PaintShop Pro installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage PSPSELECTION 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

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the PSPSELECTION file
• 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 PSPSELECTION files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the PSPSELECTION file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with PSPSELECTION extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the PSPSELECTION for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the PSPSELECTION file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the PSPSELECTION file for viruses or malware

If the PSPSELECTION is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the PSPSELECTION file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the PSPSELECTION file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

If the PSPSELECTION 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. It could happen the the download process of file with PSPSELECTION extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the PaintShop Pro Saved Selection file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Corel PaintShop Pro

If the systems has insufficient resources to open PSPSELECTION 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 PaintShop Pro Saved Selection files. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle PSPSELECTION files.

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