PTM File Extension

What is PTM file?

Full format name of files that use PTM extension is PolyTracker Module. PTM file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Mac OS, Windows system platform. Files with PTM extension are categorized as Audio Files files. The Audio Files subset comprises 771 various file formats. The most popular program for handling PTM files is Winamp, but users can choose among 3 different programs that support this file format. Software named Winamp was created by Radionomy. In order to find more detailed information on the software and PTM files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support PTM file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 2 operating systems that support PTM files. PTM 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 PTM extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening PTM files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with PTM 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 PTM files.

Step 1. Download and install Winamp

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports PTM files installed on the system. The most obvious solution is to download and install Winamp or one to the listed programs: CocoModX, Impulse Tracker, DigiTrakker. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download Winamp installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Radionomy website and download from their official repositories.

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

If the problems with opening PTM files still occur even after installing Winamp, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Winamp is available. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that Winamp cannot handle files with PTM may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of Winamp should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open PTM files to Winamp

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate PTM files with latest version of Winamp you have installed on your device. 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 PTM file and choose Open with option
• 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 Winamp installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open PTM files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the PTM file and select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• 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 PTM extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the PTM for errors

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 PTM file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

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

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

If you obtained the problematic PTM 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 PTM 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.

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 PolyTracker Module file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Winamp

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with PTM extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with PolyTracker Module file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with PTM files affecting older versions of given software.

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