PSESS File Extension

What is PSESS file?

PSESS filename suffix is mostly used for Visual Studio Performance Session Format files. Microsoft defined the Visual Studio Performance Session Format format standard. PSESS files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. PSESS file belongs to the Developer Files category just like 1205 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular software that supports PSESS files is Microsoft Visual Studio. Microsoft Visual Studio software was developed by Microsoft Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about PSESS files or the Microsoft Visual Studio software program.

Programs which support PSESS file extension

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

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening PSESS files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with PSESS 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. Get the Microsoft Visual Studio

Problems with opening and working with PSESS files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with PSESS files being present on your machine. To address this issue, go to the Microsoft Visual 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. The safest method of downloading Microsoft Visual Studio installed is by going to developer’s website (Microsoft Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Microsoft Visual Studio

You still cannot access PSESS files although Microsoft Visual Studio is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. This can be one of the causes why PSESS files are not compatible with Microsoft Visual Studio. The most recent version of Microsoft Visual Studio is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Microsoft Visual Studio to PSESS files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate PSESS files with latest version of Microsoft Visual Studio you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the PSESS file and choose Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Microsoft Visual Studio is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open PSESS files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with PSESS extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select Microsoft Visual Studio and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with PSESS extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

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

1. The PSESS may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the PSESS is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. PSESS file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

Did you receive the PSESS 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. When downloading the file with PSESS 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 Visual Studio Performance Session Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Microsoft Visual Studio

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

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Visual Studio Performance Session Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle PSESS files.

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