What Is the File Extension Plug?
Windows programs generally open and handle files automatically, but there are times when this process does not work. Just because a Windows program says that it cannot recognize a file type does not mean that the file type cannot be read with the help of a file extension plug. The file extension plug refers to a family of file types created to work with Portable Document File readers, or PDFs.
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File Extension Plug Purpose
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The file extension plug refers to a family of files that work with PDF readers. These plugs are designed for use with the PDF document, one of the most-used document file types. One PDF file may contain a variety of media types, making them more challenging to open at times. The file extension plug may be required if a computer's Windows program cannot open the file automatically.
File Extensions Not Normally Requiring Plugs
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The types of file extensions that require a plug may depend on your computer and the programs installed on it. In many cases, a Windows program can open text files such as doc, .latex, .ps, .txt or .wpd automatically without the download of a file extension plug. However, this does vary by computer.
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File Extensions Possibly Requiring Plugs
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Certain types of files may be more likely to require plug-ins. Media file types that include music, video or other graphics and sound may not be opened automatically by a Windows program and will not be readable until the proper file extension plug is downloaded. These file extension types may include .au, .avi, .bmp, .jpg and .jpeg files.
Saving Files In Proper Format
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Save the files in a format that is already readable by the computer. Sometimes the file extension that appears when a file is saved is correct; however, it is necessary to check the file extension at the end of the file to make sure it is in a format the computer can read. By doing so, it is possible to read documents using the programs and file extension plug ins already installed on the computer.
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