P File Extension

What is P file?

P is a file extension commonly associated with Pascal Source Code files. Files with P extension may be used by programs distributed for Mac OS, Windows platform. P file format, along with 1205 other file formats, belongs to the Developer Files category. Users are advised to use Free Pascal software for managing P files, although 4 other programs can also handle this type of file. Free Pascal software was developed by Free Pascal team, and on its official website you may find more information about P files or the Free Pascal software program.

Programs which support P file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 2 operating systems that support P files. Files with P extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

How to open file with P extension?

Problems with accessing P may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with P extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Download and install Free Pascal

Problems with opening and working with P files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with P files being present on your machine. The most obvious solution is to download and install Free Pascal or one to the listed programs: Think Pascal, GNU Pascal, Irie Pascal. 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 Free Pascal installed is by going to developer’s website (Free Pascal team) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Free Pascal

If the problems with opening P files still occur even after installing Free Pascal, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software.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

Step 3. Associate Pascal Source Code files with Free Pascal

If you have the latest version of Free Pascal installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage P on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the P file and choose Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Free Pascal is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open P files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with P extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select Free Pascal and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with P extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Ensure that the P file is complete and free of 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 P file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the P file for viruses or malware

If the P is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the P file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the P file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

Did you receive the P file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. 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. If the P 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 Pascal Source Code file.

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

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

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 Pascal Source Code file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle P files.

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