PRN File Issues: Why Your PC Won't Open PRN Files

Few things are as frustrating as receiving a file that your computer refuses to open up. Understanding the reason why it won't work is the first step to finding a solution. Here are some of the most common error messages and issues when opening PRN files.

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Common Error Messages

Error Message: The PRN File is Corrupt

The only solution to a corrupt file, is to download a new copy, or to ask the sender to resend the file.

Error Message: Can't Find Software to Open the PRN File

This error is quite easy to solve. Simply right-click on the PRN file and select Calcomp Raster Bitmap, PostScript File, or DataCAD Windows Printer File from the dropdown list to create a default file type association. In future, it should automatically open in the software you selected.

Common PRN-Related Issues

Issue: You Don't Have Calcomp Raster Bitmap, PostScript File, or DataCAD Windows Printer File Installed

You can simply download Calcomp Raster Bitmap, PostScript File, or DataCAD Windows Printer File software. PRN uses Calcomp Raster Bitmap by default, but it is also compatible with PostScript File, and DataCAD Windows Printer File. If you have Calcomp Raster Bitmap, PostScript File, or DataCAD Windows Printer File installed, try make make one of these software packages your default file association for the PRN file type extension.

Issue: You Have Calcomp Raster Bitmap, PostScript File, or DataCAD Windows Printer File Installed, But It's Still Not Working

If you have Calcomp Raster Bitmap, PostScript File, or DataCAD Windows Printer File installed and you still can't open the file, you should get in touch with the software developers for further assistance. See our chart below for who to contact:

Software Developer
Calcomp Raster Bitmap Microsoft Developer
PostScript File Microsoft Developer
DataCAD Windows Printer File DATACAD LLC
HP Printer Control Language Unknown
Printer Text File Microsoft Developer
Signature Printer Driver Windows Programmer
XYWrite Printer Driver Microsoft Developer

Issue: You Can't Install Calcomp Raster Bitmap, PostScript File, or DataCAD Windows Printer File

If for some reason you can't or don't want to install Calcomp Raster Bitmap, PostScript File, or DataCAD Windows Printer File, you could also search online for free software that uses PRN files. But, as a word of caution, please be careful as many free software downloads are infected with malware or bundled with unwanted software.


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