PSPBRUSH File Extension

What is PSPBRUSH file?

PSPBRUSH is a file extension commonly associated with Paint Shop Photo Pro Brush Format files. Corel defined the Paint Shop Photo Pro Brush Format format standard. Files with PSPBRUSH extension may be used by programs distributed for Mac OS, Windows platform. PSPBRUSH file format, along with 522 other file formats, belongs to the Raster Image Files category. PaintShop Pro supports PSPBRUSH files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 2 other tools may also be used.

Programs which support PSPBRUSH file extension

The list that follows enumerates programs compatible with PSPBRUSH files, divided into 2 categories based on operating system on which they are available. Files with PSPBRUSH 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 PSPBRUSH extension?

Problems with accessing PSPBRUSH may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Paint Shop Photo Pro Brush Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with PSPBRUSH files.

Step 1. Get the PaintShop Pro

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening PSPBRUSH files is that no program that can handle PSPBRUSH files is installed on user’s system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing PaintShop Pro or different compatible program, such as CorelDRAW, Corel Painter. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support PSPBRUSH files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download PaintShop Pro installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update PaintShop Pro to the latest version

If the problems with opening PSPBRUSH files still occur even after installing PaintShop Pro, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of PaintShop Pro is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. The reason that PaintShop Pro cannot handle files with PSPBRUSH may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of PaintShop Pro should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Paint Shop Photo Pro Brush Format files with PaintShop Pro

If you have the latest version of PaintShop Pro installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage PSPBRUSH on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the PSPBRUSH with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where PaintShop Pro is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open PSPBRUSH files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the PSPBRUSH file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select PaintShop Pro and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with PSPBRUSH extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the PSPBRUSH is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the PSPBRUSH file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the PSPBRUSH file for viruses or malware

If the PSPBRUSH is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the scanner detected that the PSPBRUSH file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If you obtained the problematic PSPBRUSH file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. When downloading the file with PSPBRUSH 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 in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

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

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with PSPBRUSH extension. In this case close the other applications.

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 Paint Shop Photo Pro Brush Format files. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle PSPBRUSH files.

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