1. PMA File Extension
2. What is a(n) PMA file?
3. How to open PMA file?

3.1 Download and install application that supports PMA files
1. 3.1.1 Programs that support PMA files
3.2 Verify whether PMA files are associated with appropriate software
3.3 Check PMA file for other errors

4. Similar file extensions

PMA File Extension

File type Microsoft Windows Performance Monitor Data
File developer Microsoft Corporation
File category Misc Files
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What is a(n) PMA file?

Files with the .PMA extension can only be found on selected operating systems developed by Microsoft. Files in this format are used by the program for registering module usage and data collection, which is part of the Microsoft Management Console - Microsoft Windows Performance Monitor.

How to open PMA file?

If given user account does not have necessary permissions to open files with PMA extension, it is highly probable that no program that supports given files is installed on the users’ system. Below is a list of actions user should pursue in order to resolve most common problems.

Step 1. Download and install application that supports PMA files

After the application has been installed, the system should automatically open PMA files with given application. Below is the list of relevant programs along with operating systems they are available for:

Programs that support PMA files

Windows

Microsoft Windows

Step 2. Verify whether PMA files are associated with appropriate software

It is possible that an application that supports PMA files is not associated with such files. In such case, the program should by manually associated with PMA files (right-click on the file icon → Properties → General Tab → In submenu "Open with" and click on "Change" button. System will display a list of suggested programs that support PMA files. Choose the application by checking the box "Always use the selected application to open this kind of files". System will store this information in its registry and use it to open PMA files with the selected program.

Changing PMA file association in registry

File association for PMA files can be edited manually by editing appropriate entry in Windows System Registry. However, it is discouraged as it may introduce errors to registry if not done properly and may even damage the system.

Step 3. Check PMA file for other errors

PMA file was not copied properly from storage medium.
Antivirus application prevents opening PMA files. In that case it is recommended to exercise extreme caution and recover or delete infected PMA file. It is also advised to scan the entire system for malicious software and viruses with antivirus software.
For PMA files downloaded from the internet it is advised to check if the file has been downloaded completely and is not corrupted. If not, the file should be re-downloaded.

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