Basic information about PAR file

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

There are 10 file types using the PAR file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the PAR file with their brief description and a list of programs that support PAR file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the PAR file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the PAR file?
  • How to open a PAR file?
  • What programs do I need to open a PAR file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a PAR file?
  • How to convert PAR files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to PAR file format?


1.Detail information about PAR file extension: Script Particles File

File type Script Particles File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PAR file is a Script Particles File. The par file extension is most notably associated with Solid Edge, a powerful 3D CAD software that allows manufacturing companies to transform their process of innovation and achieve competitive advantage, developed by UGS Corp.

The par file contains data about single mechanical part from a design.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PAR files


2.Detail information about PAR file extension: FMS Aircraft Parameters File

File type FMS Aircraft Parameters File Category Game Files
Developer FMS File format Text
Description PAR file is a FMS Aircraft Parameters File developed by FMS.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PAR files

Windows		 FMS


3.Detail information about PAR file extension: Parchive Index File

File type Parchive Index File Category Compressed Files
Developer Parchive File format N/A
Description PAR file is a Parchive Index File developed by Parchive.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PAR files

Windows		 parchive
QuickPar

macOS
 MacPAR deLuxe
UnRarX

Linux		 parchive
PyPar2


4.Detail information about PAR file extension: Solid Edge Part File

File type Solid Edge Part File Category 3D Image Files
Developer Siemens PLM Software File format Binary
Description PAR file is a Solid Edge Part File developed by Siemens PLM Software.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PAR files

Windows		 Siemens Solid Edge
Adobe Acrobat DC

macOS
 Adobe Acrobat DC


5.Detail information about PAR file extension: Dedicated Micros DVR Recording

File type Dedicated Micros DVR Recording Category Video Files
Developer Dedicated Micros File format N/A
Description PAR file is a Dedicated Micros DVR Recording developed by Dedicated Micros.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PAR files

Windows		 Dedicated Micros NetVu ObserVer
Dedicated Micros NetVu Investigator

macOS
 Dedicated Micros NetVu Investigator


6.Detail information about PAR file extension: Windows 3.x Swap File

File type Windows 3.x Swap File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PAR file is a Windows 3.x Swap File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PAR files

Windows		 Microsoft Windows 3.x


7.Detail information about PAR file extension: SAP Enterprise Portal Component

File type SAP Enterprise Portal Component Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PAR file is a SAP Enterprise Portal Component.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PAR files

Windows		 SAP Business All-in-One


8.Detail information about PAR file extension: Parity Volume File

File type Parity Volume File Category Compressed Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PAR file is a Parity Volume File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PAR files

Windows		 QuickPar
QuickPar
Parchive


9.Detail information about PAR file extension: Parameter File

File type Parameter File Category Settings Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PAR file is a Parameter File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PAR files

Windows		 Fractint
AeroFly
POV-Ray with Moray Plugin


10.Detail information about PAR file extension: Origin Client File

File type Origin Client File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PAR file is a Origin Client File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PAR files

Windows		 Origin Client



How to convert PAR files to another file format?

There are 9 records in our database eligible for PAR files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve PAR to another files conversion, you may use the option.

PAR to ASM PAR to DFT PAR to DWG PAR to DXF
PAR to IGES PAR to IGS PAR to PDF PAR to SLDPRT
PAR to STEP


How to convert another files to PAR file format?

There are 4 records in our database eligible for another files to PAR file format conversion. If you want to achieve another files to PAR conversion, you may use the option.

EASM to PAR IGS to PAR IGES to PAR DFT to PAR


Can't open a PAR 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.PAR”。

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 PAR extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the PAR 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.