What to do When PAR Files Won’t Open

Why won’t your PAR file open? You’ve tried double-clicking it, but it doesn’t come up, or you see an error message. So what do you do? This is a common issue with various file extensions because many extensions can be opened by multiple programs, and many programs can open a variety of extensions. It sounds confusing, but it's a lot easier to understand than you might think!

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Which program should you use?

Your computer may be trying to use the wrong program to open the PAR file, or it may not have a program installed that can open the file. There are a few different programs you can use to open PAR files, including Windows 3.x Permanent Output File, Solid Edge 3D CAD Model, and SmartPar software. Try downloading one or more of these from the manufacturer’s website to open your PAR file.

What type of file is it?

The file type is the key to opening PAR files. PAR files are usually considered Compressed Files. You may already have a program on your computer that can open this type of file.

If the file type is unknown, you can find it in the file properties by following the steps below.

Computer Files
Windows:
  1. Right-click the file and click “Properties”.
  2. Look under “Type of File” for the file type.
Mac:
  1. Right-click the file and click “Properties".
  2. Look under “Kind” for the file type.

Who developed the software?

If you can’t find the right program to open your PAR file, a software developer might be able to help you. Contact the developer of one of the most common programs for PAR files from the list below.

Software Developer
Windows 3.x Permanent Output File is developed by Swap
Solid Edge 3D CAD Model is developed by UGS PLM Solutions
SmartPar is developed by PC Software Company
SAP Enterprise Portal Component is developed by Microsoft Developer
Pov-ray for Windows Parameter File is developed by Persistence of Vision Raytracer Pty Ltd.
AeroFly Model Parameters is developed by IPACS GbR
FMS Flight Characteristics File is developed by Roman & Michael Möller
Digitalk Parts Application is developed by Microsoft Developer
Fractint Parameter File is developed by Windows Software
ImageZoom Parameter File is developed by Scalado
Parity Volume Sets is developed by .P01...
Model Parameter File is developed by PC Software Company
Mirror Archive Restoration File is developed by Microsoft Developer

Why not try a universal file viewer?

A universal file viewer is a program that can open files with a wide range of extensions, depending on the file format. When you have PAR files you can’t open, a universal file viewer like File Magic (Download) can open it for you. Just remember that some files aren’t compatible with this type of program, and they will only open in binary format.


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