PGU File Extension

What is PGU file?

PGU filename suffix is mostly used for PowerGREP Data Format files. PGU file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with PGU extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. The software recommended for managing PGU files is PowerGREP. Software named PowerGREP was created by Just Great Software Co. Ltd.. In order to find more detailed information on the software and PGU files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support PGU file extension

The following listing features PGU-compatible programs. Files with PGU 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: 12/11/2020

How to open file with PGU extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening PGU files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with PGU files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install PowerGREP software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports PGU files installed on the system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download PowerGREP and install it on your device. 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 PowerGREP installed is by going to developer’s website (Just Great Software Co. Ltd.) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update PowerGREP to the latest version

You still cannot access PGU files although PowerGREP is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. The reason that PowerGREP cannot handle files with PGU may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of PowerGREP is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate PowerGREP Data Format files with PowerGREP

After installing PowerGREP (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open PGU 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

• Right-click the PGU 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 PowerGREP is installed, check the Always use this app to open PGU 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 PGU extension, select 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 PGU extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Ensure that the PGU 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 PGU file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. The PGU may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

Should it happed that the PGU is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the PGU file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the PGU file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

If the PGU file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. 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 PGU 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 in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open PowerGREP

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

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with PowerGREP Data Format files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with PGU files affecting older versions of given software.

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