~PA File Extension

What is ~PA file?

Full format name of files that use ~PA extension is Delphi Pascal Backup. Delphi Pascal Backup specification was created by Embarcadero Technologies, Inc.. ~PA file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. ~PA file belongs to the Developer Files category just like 1205 other filename extensions listed in our database. Delphi supports ~PA files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 1 other tools may also be used. Delphi software was developed by Embarcadero Technologies, Inc., and on its official website you may find more information about ~PA files or the Delphi software program.

Programs which support ~PA file extension

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

Being unable to open files with ~PA extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with ~PA files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with ~PA files.

Step 1. Download and install Delphi

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening ~PA files is that no program that can handle ~PA files is installed on user’s system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing Delphi or different compatible program, such as Turbo Pascal. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download Delphi installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Embarcadero Technologies, Inc. website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of Delphi and update if needed

If the problems with opening ~PA files still occur even after installing Delphi, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Delphi is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that Delphi cannot handle files with ~PA may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Delphi.

Step 3. Associate Delphi Pascal Backup files with Delphi

After installing Delphi (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open ~PA files. 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

• Clicking the ~PA with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the 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 Delphi installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open ~PA files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with ~PA extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select Delphi and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with ~PA extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the ~PA 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 ~PA file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

If the ~PA is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the ~PA file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the ~PA file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Verify that the ~PA file’s structure is intact

If you obtained the problematic ~PA file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. 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 ~PA 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.

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Delphi Pascal Backup file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Delphi

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

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Delphi Pascal Backup files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the ~PA files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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