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Basic information about P2M file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension P2M（*.P2M or *.p2m）, you do not need a computer expert. In most cases, using the helpful suggestions of experts contained in our website as well as appropriate programs, you can solve the problem with the P2M file yourself.

There are 2 file types using the P2M file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the P2M file with their brief description and a list of programs that support P2M file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the P2M file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the P2M file?
  • How to open a P2M file?
  • What programs do I need to open a P2M file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a P2M file?
  • How to convert P2M files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to P2M file format?


1.Detail information about P2M file extension: PhotoWorks Appearance File

File type PhotoWorks Appearance File Category Settings Files
Developer Dassault Systemes File format Binary
Description P2M file is a PhotoWorks Appearance File developed by Dassault Systemes. File created by PhotoWorks, a program used to create 2D and 3D images from SolidWorks CAD models; contains an appearance, which is a set of properties that define how the surface of an object is displayed.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert P2M files

Windows		 Dassault Systemes PhotoWorks
SolidWorks


2.Detail information about P2M file extension: Gameshark PlayStation 2 Cheats file

File type Gameshark PlayStation 2 Cheats file Category Game Files
Developer Mad Catz File format N/A
Description P2M file is a Gameshark PlayStation 2 Cheats file developed by Mad Catz.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert P2M files

Windows		 Mad Catz Gameshark



Can't open a P2M file?

When you click a file to open it, operating system examines the filename extension. If operating system recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When operating system does not recognize a filename extension, you receive the following message:

”Can't open this file: example.P2M”。

To open this file, you install one of the applications from the list of software programs that you found here, you should be able to open, edit or convert the file with the P2M extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support P2M file?

If you do not know where you can download the application from our list, click on the link (which is the name of the program), you will find more information there on the location where to download the required application. Most often they are the websites of software manufacturers.


How to change file associations?

  • Right-click a file with the extension whose association you want to change, and then click "Open With".
  • In the "Open With" dialog box, click the program whith which you want the file to open, or click "Browse" to locate the program that you want.
  • Select the ”Always use the selected program to open this kind of file” check box.


Can I change the extension of P2M files?

Changing the filename extension of a file is not a good idea. When you change a file's extension, you change the way programs on your computer read/open the file. The problem is, changing the file extension does not change the file format. Select a software program from our list and install it on your computer. If the file has not opened correctly, you have to look for a different software program from our list. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.


What else may cause problems width open a P2M file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a P2M file on your computer may be at least several. The easiest thing is to find a suitable application installed on your computer, which will open a P2M file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the P2M file is damaged.
  • Whether the P2M file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the P2M file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the P2M file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the P2M file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a P2M file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a P2M file.

If the P2M file still not working with your software after eliminating the above shortcomings? That means that the problem is more complex and requires the help of a specialist.