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Basic information about PPR file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension PPR（*.PPR or *.ppr）, 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 PPR file yourself.

There are 3 file types using the PPR file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the PPR file with their brief description and a list of programs that support PPR file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the PPR file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the PPR file?
  • How to open a PPR file?
  • What programs do I need to open a PPR file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a PPR file?
  • How to convert PPR files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to PPR file format?


1.Detail information about PPR file extension: Project Planner Reader File

File type Project Planner Reader File Category Data Files
Developer Accord Software & Systems File format Binary
Description PPR file is a Project Planner Reader File developed by Accord Software & Systems. File created by SmartWorks Project Planner, a program used for creating project plans; includes tasks, resources, timelines, and critical paths for a project; can be reviewed using Project Planner Reader, a free application for viewing PPR files.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PPR files

Windows		 Accord SmartWorks Project Planner Reader


2.Detail information about PPR file extension: Cognos PowerPlay Report File

File type Cognos PowerPlay Report File Category Data Files
Developer IBM File format N/A
Description PPR file is a Cognos PowerPlay Report File developed by IBM.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PPR files

Windows		 IBM Cognos PowerPlay

Linux		 IBM Cognos PowerPlay


3.Detail information about PPR file extension: ORF Report File

File type ORF Report File Category Data Files
Developer Vamsoft File format N/A
Description PPR file is a ORF Report File developed by Vamsoft.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PPR files

Windows		 VamSoft ORF



How to convert PPR files to another file format?

There are 3 records in our database eligible for PPR files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve PPR to another files conversion, you may use the option.

PPR to AVI PPR to MP4 PPR to PSH


Can't open a PPR 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.PPR”。

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 PPR extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support PPR 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 PPR 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 PPR file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a PPR 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 PPR file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

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

If the PPR 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.