PIO File Extension

What is PIO file?

PIO filename suffix is mostly used for Pro Tools I/O Settings Format files. Avid Technology defined the Pro Tools I/O Settings Format format standard. PIO files are supported by software applications available for devices running Mac OS, Windows. PIO file belongs to the Settings Files category just like 1305 other filename extensions listed in our database. Users are advised to use Pro Tools software for managing PIO files, although 1 other programs can also handle this type of file. Pro Tools software was developed by Avid Technology, Inc., and on its official website you may find more information about PIO files or the Pro Tools software program.

Programs which support PIO file extension

The list that follows enumerates programs compatible with PIO files, divided into 2 categories based on operating system on which they are available. Files with PIO suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with PIO extension?

Problems with accessing PIO may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with PIO 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 PIO files.

Step 1. Download and install Pro Tools

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports PIO files installed on the system. To address this issue, go to the Pro Tools developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download Pro Tools installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Avid Technology, Inc. website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Pro Tools

You still cannot access PIO files although Pro Tools 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. If you have an older version of Pro Tools installed, it may not support PIO 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 Pro Tools.

Step 3. Associate Pro Tools I/O Settings Format files with Pro Tools

After installing Pro Tools (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open PIO files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the PIO 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 Pro Tools is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open PIO files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with PIO extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select Pro Tools and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with PIO extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the PIO is not faulty

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 PIO file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

If the PIO is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the PIO file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. PIO file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the PIO 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. When downloading the file with PIO extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Pro Tools I/O Settings Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Pro Tools

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

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Pro Tools I/O Settings Format files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with PIO files affecting older versions of given software.

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