BAG File Extension

What is BAG file?

BAG is a file extension commonly associated with PMMail Mail Index files. Blueprint Software Works, Inc. defined the PMMail Mail Index format standard. BAG files are supported by software applications available for devices running , Windows. Files with BAG extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. Users are advised to use PMMail software for managing BAG files, although 1 other programs can also handle this type of file. Software named PMMail was created by Blueprint Software Works, Inc.. In order to find more detailed information on the software and BAG files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support BAG file extension

The list that follows enumerates programs compatible with BAG files, divided into 2 categories based on operating system on which they are available. Files with BAG 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 BAG extension?

Being unable to open files with BAG extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with BAG files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install PMMail software

Problems with opening and working with BAG files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with BAG files being present on your machine. The solution is straightforward, just download and install PMMail. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading PMMail installed is by going to developer’s website (Blueprint Software Works, Inc.) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update PMMail to the latest version

If the problems with opening BAG files still occur even after installing PMMail, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of PMMail is available. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that PMMail cannot handle files with BAG may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of PMMail is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open BAG files to PMMail

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

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the BAG with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the 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 PMMail installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open BAG files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected BAG file open the file menu and choose Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with BAG extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the BAG for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the BAG file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. The BAG may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the BAG is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the BAG file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the BAG file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. If the BAG 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 out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the PMMail Mail Index file.

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

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support BAG files. Close all running programs and try opening the BAG file.

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

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

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