PBIVIZ File Extension

What is PBIVIZ file?

PBIVIZ filename suffix is mostly used for Microsoft Power BI Visual Data Format files. Files with PBIVIZ extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. PBIVIZ file belongs to the Misc Files category just like 6033 other filename extensions listed in our database. The software recommended for managing PBIVIZ files is Microsoft Power BI. Microsoft Power BI software was developed by Microsoft Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about PBIVIZ files or the Microsoft Power BI software program.

Programs which support PBIVIZ file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support PBIVIZ files. PBIVIZ files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Updated: 10/05/2020

How to open file with PBIVIZ extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening PBIVIZ files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with PBIVIZ files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with PBIVIZ files.

Step 1. Get the Microsoft Power BI

Problems with opening and working with PBIVIZ files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with PBIVIZ files being present on your machine. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Microsoft Power BI. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support PBIVIZ files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading Microsoft Power BI installed is by going to developer’s website (Microsoft Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of Microsoft Power BI and update if needed

You still cannot access PBIVIZ files although Microsoft Power BI 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. This can be one of the causes why PBIVIZ files are not compatible with Microsoft Power BI. The most recent version of Microsoft Power BI is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Microsoft Power BI Visual Data Format files with Microsoft Power BI

After installing Microsoft Power BI (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open PBIVIZ files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the PBIVIZ 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
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Microsoft Power BI is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open PBIVIZ files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected PBIVIZ file open the file menu and choose 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....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with PBIVIZ extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the PBIVIZ for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the PBIVIZ file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

If the PBIVIZ 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 PBIVIZ file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

Did you receive the PBIVIZ file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. If the PBIVIZ file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Microsoft Power BI Visual Data Format file again.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Microsoft Power BI

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with PBIVIZ 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 Microsoft Power BI Visual Data Format 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 PBIVIZ files affecting older versions of given software.

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