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

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

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PPSX File Extension

File type PowerPoint Open XML Slide Show
File developer Microsoft
File category Data Files
File popularity rating

What is a(n) PPSX file?

PPSX (PowerPoint Open XML Slide Show) is a file format for presenting slides using Microsoft PowerPoint. It is based on the Open XML format, which is an open standard for exchanging documents between different applications. The PPSX format stores individual slides with text, images, animations, transitions, and other media.

The PPSX file format allows users to save their presentations in the form of XML documents that can be opened on both Windows and Mac computers, and are compatible with most versions of PowerPoint. The data stored in the document can be read and edited with any simple text editor, making it a great way to share presentations online or over email.

How to open PPSX file?

If given user account does not have necessary permissions to open files with PPSX 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 PPSX files

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

Programs that support PPSX files

Windows

MAC OS

Linux

Apache OpenOffice

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

It is possible that an application that supports PPSX files is not associated with such files. In such case, the program should by manually associated with PPSX 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 PPSX 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 PPSX files with the selected program.

Changing PPSX file association in registry

File association for PPSX 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 PPSX file for other errors

PPSX file was not copied properly from storage medium.
Antivirus application prevents opening PPSX files. In that case it is recommended to exercise extreme caution and recover or delete infected PPSX file. It is also advised to scan the entire system for malicious software and viruses with antivirus software.
For PPSX 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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