OTZ File Extension

What is OTZ file?

Full format name of files that use OTZ extension is OpenLP Theme Format. OpenLP defined the OpenLP Theme Format format standard. OTZ file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Linux, Mac OS, Windows system platform. Files with OTZ extension are categorized as Settings Files files. The Settings Files subset comprises 1305 various file formats. The most popular program for handling OTZ files is OpenLP, but users can choose among 2 different programs that support this file format. Software named OpenLP was created by Raoul Snyman. In order to find more detailed information on the software and OTZ files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support OTZ file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 3 operating systems that support OTZ files. OTZ 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 OTZ extension?

Problems with accessing OTZ may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with OTZ extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Download and install OpenLP

Problems with opening and working with OTZ files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with OTZ files being present on your machine. The solution is straightforward, just download and install OpenLP. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support OTZ files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit OpenLP website and download the installer.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of OpenLP

You still cannot access OTZ files although OpenLP is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that OpenLP cannot handle files with OTZ may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using OpenLP.

Step 3. Set the default application to open OTZ files to OpenLP

After installing OpenLP (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open OTZ files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the OTZ with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the OpenLP installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open OTZ files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

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

Step 4. Check the OTZ for errors

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

1. Check the OTZ file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the OTZ 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. If the OTZ file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

Did you receive the OTZ 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. It could happen the the download process of file with OTZ extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the OpenLP Theme Format file again.

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

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with OTZ 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 OpenLP Theme Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle OTZ files.

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