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Basic information about PYA file

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

There are 1 file types using the PYA file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the PYA file with their brief description and a list of programs that support PYA file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the PYA file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the PYA file?
  • How to open a PYA file?
  • What programs do I need to open a PYA file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a PYA file?
  • How to convert PYA files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to PYA file format?


1.Detail information about PYA file extension: Microsoft PlayReady DRM Audio

File type Microsoft PlayReady DRM Audio Category Audio Files
Developer Microsoft File format N/A
Description PYA file is a Microsoft PlayReady DRM Audio developed by Microsoft. PYA filename suffix is mostly used for Microsoft PlayReady DRM Audio files. PYA file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with PYA extension are categorized as Audio Files files. The Audio Files subset comprises 694 various file formats. The software recommended for managing PYA files is Windows Media Player. Windows Media Player software was developed by Microsoft Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about PYA files or the Windows Media Player software program.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PYA files

Windows		 Microsoft Windows Media Player



Can't open a PYA 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.PYA”。

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 PYA extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the PYA 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.