PJL File Extension

What is PJL file?

Full format name of files that use PJL extension is ProCite Term Lists And Journal Title Lists. Files with PJL extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with PJL extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. The software recommended for managing PJL files is ProCite. ProCite software was developed by Thomson Reuters, and on its official website you may find more information about PJL files or the ProCite software program.

Programs which support PJL file extension

Programs that can handle PJL files are as follows. Files with PJL 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.

How to open file with PJL extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening PJL files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with PJL 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 PJL files.

Step 1. Install ProCite software

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

Step 2. Update ProCite to the latest version

If you already have ProCite installed on your systems and PJL files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. 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 ProCite installed, it may not support PJL 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 ProCite.

Step 3. Associate ProCite Term Lists And Journal Title Lists files with ProCite

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate PJL files with latest version of ProCite you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

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

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with PJL extension, select 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 PJL extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the PJL for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the PJL file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the PJL file hinders attempts to open it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the PJL file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the PJL 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. When downloading the file with PJL extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Check whether your system can handle ProCite

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

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 ProCite Term Lists And Journal Title Lists 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 PJL files.

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