PQF File Extension

What is PQF file?

PQF filename suffix is mostly used for Corel Presentations Runtime files. Corel Corporation defined the Corel Presentations Runtime format standard. PQF files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. PQF file belongs to the Misc Files category just like 6033 other filename extensions listed in our database. Users are advised to use WordPerfect Office software for managing PQF files, although 1 other programs can also handle this type of file. Software named WordPerfect Office was created by Corel Corporation. In order to find more detailed information on the software and PQF files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support PQF file extension

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

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening PQF files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with PQF extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with PQF files.

Step 1. Install WordPerfect Office software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports PQF files installed on the system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing WordPerfect Office or different compatible program, such as Corel Presentations. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit WordPerfect Office website and download the installer.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of WordPerfect Office

You still cannot access PQF files although WordPerfect Office is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that WordPerfect Office cannot handle files with PQF may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of WordPerfect Office is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open PQF files to WordPerfect Office

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate PQF files with latest version of WordPerfect Office 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.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the PQF file and choose Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the WordPerfect Office installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open PQF files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with PQF extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select WordPerfect Office and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with PQF extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the PQF for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the PQF file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

Should it happed that the PQF 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 scanner detected that the PQF file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the PQF 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 PQF extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Corel Presentations Runtime file.

4. Check whether your system can handle WordPerfect Office

If the systems has insufficient resources to open PQF 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 Corel Presentations Runtime file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle PQF files.

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