PPS File Extension
PowerPoint Slide Show
- File Type pps
- Developer Microsoft
- Popularity
- Application Microsoft PowerPoint
- Category Data Files, Document Files
- Format Binary
What is a PPS file?
Files with the PPS extension are associated with PowerPoint Slide Show and are categorized as Data Files and Document Files, making up 7165 files.
The PowerPoint Slide Show (PPS), created by Microsoft, is one of file format they developed, and they also built 242 programs to support them.
PPS file support extends to various operating systems, including Windows, Mac OS and Linux, as well as mobile devices running Apple iOS, Windows Phone and Android. When working with PPS files, you can rely on 9 programs, including Microsoft PowerPoint, OpenOffice Impress and Keynote.
MIME types
- application/vnd.ms-powerpoint
- application/mspowerpoint
Programs that support PPS files
Windows
Android
Apple iOS
Windows Phone
How to open a PPS file?
If you can’t open a PPS 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.
When it comes to opening and working with PPS files, Microsoft PowerPoint, OpenOffice Impress and Keynote are the top choices for users. If you want the most recent release of Microsoft PowerPoint, head over to the Microsoft site and download the version designed to run on all platforms.
When you finish installing Microsoft PowerPoint, the system will automatically launch PPS files with it.
Set Microsoft PowerPoint as the default PPS program
Changing Default Programs in Windows
- Right-click on your PPS file, then choose the "Open with" option and select "Choose another application" from the available options;
- In the pop-up window, select the Microsoft PowerPoint application;
- Check the "Always use this application" checkbox, and then click "OK" to apply the selected application as the default for opening PPS files.
Change Default Program on Mac
- Right click or Control + left click on the desired PPS file;
- Select "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 Microsoft PowerPoint. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to make it the default program.
Solve problems with PPS files
When facing challenges with PPS files, simple adjustments in your software can often solve the problem. Find helpful troubleshooting guidance below.
What Causes Microsoft PowerPoint to Crash Frequently?
Microsoft PowerPoint crashes can be caused by outdated software. Keep your Microsoft products up to date by installing the latest updates.
Restarting your computer will solve many common problems, which is why it’s the first thing you should do before changing any settings related to the software.
How can I restore a damaged PPS file?
Use Office Regenerator or PowerPoint Regenerator to open the damaged PPS file and from the menu, choose "Repair" function to start the repair process. Allow the recovery process to complete, which will automatically repair the damaged data files.
What are the warning signs that my PPS file may be corrupted?
Common indications of damaged PPS data files are:
- Error messages appear during the course of working with the file;
- Editing the archive in Microsoft PowerPoint results in slow or unresponsive behavior;
- Opening the file results in an error or a failed attempt;
- Unexpected expansion of the total size of the PPS file;
- Opening the file in Microsoft PowerPoint or other programs causes them to hang or crash;
How to edit a PPS file?
To edit PPS files, it is essential to install software that supports not only viewing but also editing the data files. Online PPS editors provide limited functionality compared to full-featured software for PowerPoint Slide Show.
List of Top PPS editors 2026
After analyzing the criteria, we have created a list of PPS editors available for use.
| PPS Editor Software | Developer | Platforms | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| OpenOffice Impress | OpenOffice | Windows, Mac OS, Linux | 4.6 out of 5 (40 reviews) |
| Keynote | Marek Jedlinski | Mac OS, Apple iOS, Windows | 4.4 out of 5 (40 reviews) |
| Microsoft PowerPoint | Microsoft | Windows, Mac OS, Apple iOS, Android | 4.4 out of 5 (40 reviews) |
Convert to and from PPS
If working with a PPS file is challenging, one solution is to convert it to formats like PDF, PPTX, PPSX, KEY, ODP or other supported formats.
Keep in mind that converting a PPS file may introduce some limitations, but the original format can often be restored.
Offline software options such as Microsoft PowerPoint, OpenOffice Impress and Keynote guarantee lossless conversion of PPS files.