PDI File Extension
Microsoft PowerPoint Import Or Export Format
- File Type pdi
- Developer Pinnacle Systems
- Popularity
- Application Microsoft PowerPoint
- Category Document Files
What is a PDI file?
Files with the PDI extension are specifically tied to Microsoft PowerPoint Import Or Export Format, a Document Files type, and there are 969 files in this category.
PDI files are supported by Mac OS, Windows and Linux. If you need to import a PDI file, you can use one of 3 programs, such as Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Office.
Programs that support PDI files
How to open a PDI file?
If you’re having difficulty opening a PDI file, it is often due to not having the correct software. To solve the problem, choose a compatible program from the list. Then follow the link to the official developer site, download the software, and install it on your device.
Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Office stand out as the preferred programs to manage PDI files effectively. To install the latest version of Microsoft PowerPoint on your computer, visit the Microsoft website where you can download the version available for all operating systems.
After installation, your operating system should automatically open PDI files with Microsoft PowerPoint.
Set Microsoft PowerPoint as the default PDI handler
Choose an app to open a file on Mac
- Right click or use Control + left click on the desired PDI file to launch the file options menu;
- Choose "Open in Application" and click "Other";
- Next, at the bottom of the window, you will see the "Enable" menu, in which "Recommended Programs" is selected by default;
- In this menu, select "All Programs", then find Microsoft PowerPoint and check the box next to "Always open in the application."
Set default programs for Windows
- Start by right-clicking on your PDI file, then select "Open With" and continue by clicking "Choose another app" from the options provided;
- In the pop-up window, find and select the Microsoft PowerPoint application from the available options;
- Make sure the "Always use this app" checkbox is checked and click "OK" to confirm your choice as the default app for opening PDI files.
Effective solutions for PDI file problems
There are some common issues with PDI files that can be resolved easily by making minor adjustments to your software. Below, you’ll find these issues along with practical troubleshooting tips.
What are the methods to detect if my PDI file has been corrupted?
PDI document files that have become corrupted may display one or more of the following symptoms:
- An unexplained increase in the size of the PDI file;
- Trying to work with the archive in Microsoft PowerPoint or other programs causes instability or program crashes;
- The file does not open correctly or displays error messages;
- While working with the file, error alerts are encountered;
Why does Microsoft PowerPoint crash?
Insufficient software updates can contribute to Microsoft PowerPoint crash. To avoid this, make sure that you have installed the latest updates for Microsoft products.
Restarting your computer can resolve numerous common problems, so it should be the initial step before changing any software-related settings.
How to repair a corrupted PDI file?
Open the damaged PDI file in a recovery program and select the "Repair" menu item to start the repair operation. Please wait patiently for the recovery process to finish as it will automatically repair the damaged document files.
Convert files to and from PDI
If you have trouble working with a PDI file, try converting it to PNG, ISO, IMG or similar document files.
Be aware that converting a PDI file may reduce some features, but you can usually revert it to the original format.