PPTA File Extension

What is PPTA file?

PPTA is a file extension commonly associated with Articulate Presenter Presentation Resource files. Articulate Presenter Presentation Resource specification was created by Articulate Global, Inc.. Files with PPTA extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with PPTA extension are categorized as Document Files files. The Document Files subset comprises 574 various file formats. Articulate Presenter is by far the most used program for working with PPTA files. On the official website of Articulate Global, Inc. developer not only will you find detailed information about theArticulate Presenter software, but also about PPTA and other supported file formats.

Programs which support PPTA file extension

Programs that can handle PPTA files are as follows. Files with PPTA 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 PPTA extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening PPTA files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Articulate Presenter Presentation Resource 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. Get the Articulate Presenter

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening PPTA files is that no program that can handle PPTA files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the Articulate Presenter 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. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Articulate Presenter website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of Articulate Presenter and update if needed

You still cannot access PPTA files although Articulate Presenter is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of Articulate Presenter installed, it may not support PPTA 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 Articulate Presenter.

Step 3. Assign Articulate Presenter to PPTA files

If you have the latest version of Articulate Presenter installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage PPTA on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the PPTA file and choose Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Articulate Presenter is installed, check the Always use this app to open PPTA files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the PPTA file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select Articulate Presenter and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with PPTA extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the PPTA 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 PPTA file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Verify that the PPTA in question is not infected with a computer virus

Should it happed that the PPTA is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the PPTA file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the PPTA file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. 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. It could happen the the download process of file with PPTA extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Articulate Presenter Presentation Resource file again.

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

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

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 Articulate Presenter Presentation Resource files. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle PPTA files.

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