PTN File Extension

What is PTN file?

PTN is a file extension commonly associated with PaperPort Thumbnail Format files. PaperPort Thumbnail Format format was developed by Nuance Communications. Files with PTN extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. PTN file belongs to the Data Files category just like 1326 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular software that supports PTN files is PaperPort. PaperPort software was developed by Nuance Communications, Inc., and on its official website you may find more information about PTN files or the PaperPort software program.

Programs which support PTN file extension

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

Problems with accessing PTN may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to PaperPort Thumbnail 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 PTN files.

Step 1. Install PaperPort software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports PTN files installed on the system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install PaperPort. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download PaperPort installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Nuance Communications, Inc. website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update PaperPort to the latest version

If you already have PaperPort installed on your systems and PTN files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. The reason that PaperPort cannot handle files with PTN may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of PaperPort should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign PaperPort to PTN files

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

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the PTN 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 PaperPort is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open PTN files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected PTN file open the file menu and choose Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with PTN extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the PTN for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the PTN file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the PTN 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 PTN file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

If the PTN file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. 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. If the PTN file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the PaperPort Thumbnail Format file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle PaperPort

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

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 PaperPort Thumbnail Format file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with PTN files affecting older versions of given software.

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