PMQ File Extension

What is PMQ file?

PMQ filename suffix is mostly used for Microsoft Target Analyzer Format files. Microsoft defined the Microsoft Target Analyzer Format format standard. Files with PMQ extension may be used by programs distributed for platform. Files with PMQ extension are categorized as Developer Files files. The Developer Files subset comprises 1205 various file formats. The software recommended for managing PMQ files is Windows Embedded Studio. Software named Windows Embedded Studio was created by Microsoft Corporation. In order to find more detailed information on the software and PMQ files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support PMQ file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support PMQ files. PMQ files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with PMQ extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening PMQ files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with PMQ 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 Windows Embedded Studio software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports PMQ files installed on the system. To address this issue, go to the Windows Embedded Studio developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. If you want to download Windows Embedded Studio installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Microsoft Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of Windows Embedded Studio and update if needed

If the problems with opening PMQ files still occur even after installing Windows Embedded Studio, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Windows Embedded Studio is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. The reason that Windows Embedded Studio cannot handle files with PMQ may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of Windows Embedded Studio is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Windows Embedded Studio to PMQ files

After installing Windows Embedded Studio (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open PMQ files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the PMQ file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Windows Embedded Studio installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open PMQ files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with PMQ extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select Windows Embedded Studio and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with PMQ extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the PMQ is not faulty

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

1. The PMQ 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 PMQ 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. PMQ file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

Did you receive the PMQ file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. When downloading the file with PMQ 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. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Microsoft Target Analyzer Format file again.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Windows Embedded Studio

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

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Microsoft Target Analyzer Format file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with PMQ files affecting older versions of given software.

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