PNT File Extension

What is PNT file?

PNT filename suffix is mostly used for MacPaint Format files. Apple defined the MacPaint Format format standard. PNT file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Mac OS, Windows system platform. Files with PNT extension are categorized as Raster Image Files files. The Raster Image Files subset comprises 522 various file formats. The most popular program for handling PNT files is CorelDRAW, but users can choose among 3 different programs that support this file format. CorelDRAW software was developed by Corel Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about PNT files or the CorelDRAW software program.

Programs which support PNT file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 2 operating systems that support PNT files. PNT 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 PNT extension?

Being unable to open files with PNT extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to MacPaint Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install CorelDRAW software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening PNT files is that no program that can handle PNT files is installed on user’s system. The most obvious solution is to download and install CorelDRAW or one to the listed programs: XnView, GraphicConverter, MacPaint. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit CorelDRAW website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of CorelDRAW and update if needed

If you already have CorelDRAW installed on your systems and PNT files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of CorelDRAW installed, it may not support PNT 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 CorelDRAW.

Step 3. Associate MacPaint Format files with CorelDRAW

After installing CorelDRAW (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open PNT files. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the PNT file and choose 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 CorelDRAW is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open PNT files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with PNT extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with PNT extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the PNT is not faulty

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

1. Check the PNT file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the PNT is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the PNT file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Ensure the file with PNT extension is complete and error-free

If the PNT 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 PNT file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the MacPaint Format file again.

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

If the systems has insufficient resources to open PNT files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

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 MacPaint Format file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with PNT files affecting older versions of given software.

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