PRA File Extension

What is PRA file?

PRA is a file extension commonly associated with Windows Media 9 Plug-in Profile Format files. Windows Media 9 Plug-in Profile Format format was developed by Microsoft. Files with PRA extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. PRA file format, along with 1305 other file formats, belongs to the Settings Files category. The most popular software that supports PRA files is Adobe Premiere Pro. On the official website of Adobe Systems Incorporated developer not only will you find detailed information about theAdobe Premiere Pro software, but also about PRA and other supported file formats.

Programs which support PRA file extension

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

Problems with accessing PRA may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with PRA extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install Adobe Premiere Pro software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening PRA files is that no program that can handle PRA files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the Adobe Premiere Pro 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. If you want to download Adobe Premiere Pro installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Adobe Systems Incorporated website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update Adobe Premiere Pro to the latest version

You still cannot access PRA files although Adobe Premiere Pro 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. This can be one of the causes why PRA files are not compatible with Adobe Premiere Pro. The most recent version of Adobe Premiere Pro is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open PRA files to Adobe Premiere Pro

If you have the latest version of Adobe Premiere Pro installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage PRA 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 PRA 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 Adobe Premiere Pro installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open PRA 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 PRA 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 PRA extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Ensure that the PRA file is complete and free of errors

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 PRA file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the PRA file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the PRA 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. PRA file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the PRA file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. 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 PRA extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Adobe Premiere Pro

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

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Windows Media 9 Plug-in Profile Format files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with PRA files affecting older versions of given software.

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