PSS File Extension

What is PSS file?

PSS is a file extension commonly associated with PlayStation 2 Game Video Format files. PlayStation 2 Game Video Format specification was created by Sony. PSS files are supported by software applications available for devices running Linux, Mac OS, Windows. PSS file format, along with 1509 other file formats, belongs to the Game Files category. The most popular program for handling PSS files is PSS Plex, but users can choose among 5 different programs that support this file format.

Programs which support PSS file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open PSS files divided into 3 categories according to system platform supported. PSS files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with PSS extension?

Being unable to open files with PSS extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with PSS extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Download and install PSS Plex

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening PSS files is that no program that can handle PSS files is installed on user’s system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing PSS Plex or different compatible program, such as VLC media player, PSS Player, Adobe Type Manager. 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 PSS Plex website and download the installer.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of PSS Plex

If the problems with opening PSS files still occur even after installing PSS Plex, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of PSS Plex is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. The reason that PSS Plex cannot handle files with PSS may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of PSS Plex is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign PSS Plex to PSS files

After installing PSS Plex (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open PSS files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the PSS with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where PSS Plex is installed, check the Always use this app to open PSS files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected PSS file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select PSS Plex and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with PSS extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

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

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the PSS file hinders attempts to open 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 PSS 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 PSS file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. When downloading the file with PSS extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

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

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the PlayStation 2 Game Video Format file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open PSS Plex

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support PSS files. Close all running programs and try opening the PSS 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 PlayStation 2 Game Video Format files. It may be the case that the PSS files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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