PGMA File Extension

What is PGMA file?

Full format name of files that use PGMA extension is ASCII Portable Gray Map Format. PGMA file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. PGMA file belongs to the Raster Image Files category just like 522 other filename extensions listed in our database. The software recommended for managing PGMA files is XnView MP. XnView MP software was developed by Pierre-Emmanuel Gougelet, and on its official website you may find more information about PGMA files or the XnView MP software program.

Programs which support PGMA file extension

The following listing features PGMA-compatible programs. Files with PGMA 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: 06/05/2020

How to open file with PGMA extension?

Problems with accessing PGMA may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with PGMA 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 XnView MP software

Problems with opening and working with PGMA files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with PGMA files being present on your machine. The solution is straightforward, just download and install XnView MP. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download XnView MP installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Pierre-Emmanuel Gougelet website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update XnView MP to the latest version

You still cannot access PGMA files although XnView MP 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. If you have an older version of XnView MP installed, it may not support PGMA format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using XnView MP.

Step 3. Set the default application to open PGMA files to XnView MP

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate PGMA files with latest version of XnView MP 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

• Right-click the PGMA file and choose Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where XnView MP is installed, check the Always use this app to open PGMA files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with PGMA extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select XnView MP and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with PGMA extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the PGMA is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the PGMA file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

Should it happed that the PGMA is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. PGMA file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

If the PGMA file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. 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 PGMA 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 ASCII Portable Gray Map Format file.

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

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with PGMA extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with ASCII Portable Gray Map 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 PGMA files.

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