Basic information about PMA file

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

There are 4 file types using the PMA file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the PMA file with their brief description and a list of programs that support PMA file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the PMA file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the PMA file?
  • How to open a PMA file?
  • What programs do I need to open a PMA file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a PMA file?
  • How to convert PMA files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to PMA file format?


1.Detail information about PMA file extension: MSX Archive Format

File type MSX Archive Format Category Compressed Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PMA file is a MSX Archive Format. The pma file extension is also related to MSX, an old Z80-based family of home computers which appeared in autumn 1983 as an attempt to establish a single standard in home computing similar to VHS in video.

PMA file is a compressed archive created by PMARC2.COM. PMARC2.COM was the most used archiving tool on the MSX platform. To extract PMA files use PMEXT.COM. An PMA extractor/packer for PC is available too, and it is recommended to use it if you have a PC compatible machine.

This pma file type entry was marked as obsolete and no longer supported file format.

This type of file is no longer actively used and is most likely obsolete. This is typically the case for system files in old operating systems, file types from long discontinued software, or previous versions of certain file types (like documents, projects etc.) that were replaced in higher versions of their original programs.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PMA files


2.Detail information about PMA file extension: Microsoft Windows Performance Monitor Data

File type Microsoft Windows Performance Monitor Data Category Misc Files
Developer Microsoft Corporation File format N/A
Description PMA file is a Microsoft Windows Performance Monitor Data developed by Microsoft Corporation.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PMA files

Windows		 Microsoft Windows


3.Detail information about PMA file extension: Payroll Mate File

File type Payroll Mate File Category Spreadsheet Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PMA file is a Payroll Mate File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PMA files

Windows		 Payroll Mate


4.Detail information about PMA file extension: Pegasus Mail Data Archive File

File type Pegasus Mail Data Archive File Category Compressed Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PMA file is a Pegasus Mail Data Archive File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PMA files

Windows		 Pegasus Mail



Can't open a PMA 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.PMA”。

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 PMA extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the PMA 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.