3PI File Extension

What is 3PI file?

Full format name of files that use 3PI extension is 3rd PlanIt. 3rd PlanIt specification was created by El Dorado Software. 3PI files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. 3PI file format, along with 622 other file formats, belongs to the 3D Image Files category. The software recommended for managing 3PI files is 3rd PlanIt. 3rd PlanIt software was developed by El Dorado Software, and on its official website you may find more information about 3PI files or the 3rd PlanIt software program.

Programs which support 3PI file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support 3PI files. Files with 3PI suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with 3PI extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening 3PI files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to 3rd PlanIt 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 3PI files.

Step 1. Download and install 3rd PlanIt

Problems with opening and working with 3PI files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with 3PI files being present on your machine. To address this issue, go to the 3rd PlanIt developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy 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 3rd PlanIt installed is by going to developer’s website (El Dorado Software) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of 3rd PlanIt and update if needed

If the problems with opening 3PI files still occur even after installing 3rd PlanIt, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of 3rd PlanIt is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. The reason that 3rd PlanIt cannot handle files with 3PI may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of 3rd PlanIt is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign 3rd PlanIt to 3PI files

After installing 3rd PlanIt (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open 3PI files. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the 3PI file and choose Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where 3rd PlanIt is installed, check the Always use this app to open 3PI files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with 3PI extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• 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 3PI extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the 3PI for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the 3PI file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Verify that the 3PI in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the 3PI file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the 3PI file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the 3PI file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Verify that the 3PI file’s structure is intact

If you obtained the problematic 3PI 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 3PI extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the 3rd PlanIt file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run 3rd PlanIt

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with 3PI extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with 3rd PlanIt files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with 3PI files affecting older versions of given software.

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