PMLZ File Extension

What is PMLZ file?

Full format name of files that use PMLZ extension is Zipped Palm Markup Language Format. Zipped Palm Markup Language Format format was developed by Palm. Files with PMLZ extension may be used by programs distributed for Android, Linux, Mac OS, Windows, Windows Phone platform. PMLZ file belongs to the Text Files category just like 440 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular program for handling PMLZ files is Calibre, but users can choose among 6 different programs that support this file format. Software named Calibre was created by Kovid Goyal. In order to find more detailed information on the software and PMLZ files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support PMLZ file extension

The list that follows enumerates programs compatible with PMLZ files, divided into 5 categories based on operating system on which they are available. Files with PMLZ 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 PMLZ extension?

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

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening PMLZ files is that no program that can handle PMLZ files is installed on user’s system. The most obvious solution is to download and install Calibre or one to the listed programs: eReader, Hamster Free eBook Converter. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading Calibre installed is by going to developer’s website (Kovid Goyal) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update Calibre to the latest version

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

Step 3. Associate Zipped Palm Markup Language Format files with Calibre

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate PMLZ files with latest version of Calibre you have installed on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Right-click the PMLZ file and choose Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Calibre is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open PMLZ files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with PMLZ extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with PMLZ extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the PMLZ for errors

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

1. The PMLZ 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 PMLZ file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the PMLZ file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the PMLZ file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

If you obtained the problematic PMLZ file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. If the PMLZ file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Zipped Palm Markup Language Format file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle Calibre

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

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 Zipped Palm Markup Language Format files. It may be the case that the PMLZ files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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