PMR File Extension

Avid Persisent Media Record Format

File Type pmr
Developer Avid Technology
Popularity
4.3 (36 votes)
Application Windows Performance Monitor
Category System Files
Format Binary

What is a PMR file?

The PMR extension is related to Avid Persisent Media Record Format and is classified in the System Files category, which contains 251 files.

The Avid Persisent Media Record Format (PMR), created by Avid Technology, is one of file format they developed, and they also built 8 programs to support them.

PMR files are supported by Windows. When working with PMR files, you can rely on 2 programs, including Windows Performance Monitor and Microsoft Windows.

Programs that support PMR files

Windows ²

Windows

How to open a PMR file?

If you can’t open a PMR file, it is usually because the necessary software is missing. To resolve the issue, select the right program from the list for your operating system. Then go to the official website of the developer, download the software, and install it.

Windows Performance Monitor and Microsoft Windows stand out as the preferred programs to manage PMR files effectively. To get the latest version of Windows Performance Monitor, open the Microsoft website where a universal installer for all operating systems is available.

When you finish installing Windows Performance Monitor, the system will automatically launch PMR files with it.

Set Windows Performance Monitor to open PMR by default

Change default apps on Mac

Right-click or use Control + Left-click on the desired PMR file to access the file’s context menu;
Choose "Open in Application" and click "Other";
At the bottom of the window, you will see the "Enable" menu. It is already set to the default option, "Recommended Programs";
Within this menu, select "All Programs" and then search for Windows Performance Monitor. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to make it the default program.

Set default programs for Windows

Take the first step by right-clicking on your PMR file. Next, select "Open With" and then choose "Choose another app" from the available options;
Find the Windows Performance Monitor application in the pop-up window and select it as your preferred program;
Select the "Always use this application" check box and click "OK" to save your selection as the default application for opening PMR files.

Easy PMR Troubleshooting

When facing challenges with PMR files, simple adjustments in your software can often solve the problem. Find helpful troubleshooting guidance below.

How do I know if my PMR file has been damaged?

PMR system files that have become corrupted may display one or more of the following symptoms:

Error alerts occur when actions are performed on the file;
The file exhibits poor performance during editing operations in Windows Performance Monitor;
When opening the file, errors occur or the inability to access its contents;
Unexplained PMR file size inflation;
Windows Performance Monitor or other programs stop responding or crash when trying to handle the file;

Why does Windows Performance Monitor quit or crash unexpectedly?

Lack of software updates is a possible reason behind Windows Performance Monitor crash. Keep your Microsoft products up to date by installing the latest updates.

Restarting your computer is often an effective solution to resolve various common problems. Therefore, it is recommended to do so before making any changes to the software configuration.

What methods can be used to repair a damaged PMR file?

In a data recovery program, open the damaged PMR file and select the "Repair" menu option. Allow the recovery process to complete, which will automatically repair the damaged system files.

How to edit a PMR file?

To make changes to PMR files, you need specialized software that allows both opening and editing the system files. Online PMR editors offer fewer capabilities than applications optimized for Avid Persisent Media Record Format.

Best PMR Editor Software in 2026

After analyzing the criteria, we have created a list of PMR editors available for use.

PMR Editor Software	Developer	Platforms	Overall Rating
Windows Performance Monitor	Microsoft	Windows	4.5 out of 5 (39 reviews)

‹ PMV | PMM ›