PERLTRAY File Extension

What is PERLTRAY file?

Full format name of files that use PERLTRAY extension is Perl Dev Kit PerlTray Project Format. PERLTRAY file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. PERLTRAY file format, along with 1205 other file formats, belongs to the Developer Files category. Perl Dev Kit is by far the most used program for working with PERLTRAY files. Perl Dev Kit software was developed by ActiveState Software, and on its official website you may find more information about PERLTRAY files or the Perl Dev Kit software program.

Programs which support PERLTRAY file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support PERLTRAY files. Files with PERLTRAY 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.

Updated: 01/24/2020

How to open file with PERLTRAY extension?

Being unable to open files with PERLTRAY extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with PERLTRAY 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. Get the Perl Dev Kit

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

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Perl Dev Kit

You still cannot access PERLTRAY files although Perl Dev Kit is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that Perl Dev Kit cannot handle files with PERLTRAY may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of Perl Dev Kit is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open PERLTRAY files to Perl Dev Kit

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate PERLTRAY files with latest version of Perl Dev Kit you have installed on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the PERLTRAY 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 Perl Dev Kit installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open PERLTRAY files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected PERLTRAY 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
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with PERLTRAY extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the PERLTRAY is not faulty

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

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

If the PERLTRAY 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 scanner detected that the PERLTRAY file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

If the PERLTRAY file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. 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 PERLTRAY extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

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 Perl Dev Kit PerlTray Project Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Perl Dev Kit

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

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Perl Dev Kit PerlTray Project Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the PERLTRAY files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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