File Extension Database

Open PGP File

PGP extension files can take various types of formats, some of them are listed below

PGP Security Key

In this case, a PGP file is a Security Key or digital signature that verifies a user's identity.

PGP is used to decrypt a file encrypted with Pretty Good Privacy (PGP) software, which ensures that protected files can only be opened by authorized users.

More about Pretty Good Privacy

Pretty Good Privacy is an encryption program that provides cryptographic privacy and authentication for data communication.

PGP software is used to sign, encrypt, and decrypt text, email, files, directories, and entire disk partitions, and to enhance the security of email communications.

AutoCAD Program Parameters File

In this section, PGP is a file used by AutoCAD, an engineering design and documentation CAD application.

More about AutoCAD

AutoCAD is a commercial and proprietary computer-aided drafting and design software application.

Developed and marketed by Autodesk, AutoCAD was released as a desktop application running on microcomputers with internal graphics drivers.

The PGP contains external command definitions, which allow users to run custom commands in AutoCAD.

PGP can be used to run external programs and Windows commands through the AutoCAD interface.

The PGP file is also used to define aliases, or shortcuts, for commands with verbose syntax.

PGP files are stored by default in a file called acad.pgp.

Each command specifies the alias for the command, an executable to run, process flags, display prompt options, and a return code when the command completes.

Software to open and work with a PGP file

PGP Desktop (Not available)
Autodesk AutoCAD

Typical PGP application file locations:

C:\Windows\system32\notepad.exe "%1"

Frequently associated Windows objects:

DWGTrueViewProgramParameters

How Can I Open PGP File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open PGP file is to find a PGP file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a PGP file is not opened in an application and you instead get a "Windows can't open a file" error message you should try looking for an application which can open the file in question.
If you know the application which can open PGP file then run it and see if there is a File->Open main menu option in the application.
If you don't know the application which function as PGP file opener then try to search online for "PGP viewer", "application to open PGP file" or "open PGP file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open PGP file

How Can I Open PGP File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a PGP file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a PGP file is not opened in a Mac OS application and you instead get a "There is no application set to open the file" error message you can click on "Search App Store" in the error dialog and Mac OS will show you applications compatible with PGP file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as PGP file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open PGP file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open PGP file then try to search for "PGP viewer", "application to open PGP file" or "read PGP file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read PGP file

How Can I Open PGP File on Android

If you downloaded a PGP file on Android device you can open it by following steps below:

In the Android apps list on your Android device find "My Files" or "File manager" app and tap to start it.
Tap on "Downloads" folder inside the app.
You should see your downloaded PGP file in that folder.
Tap on the file. If Android device supports opening the file you downloaded it will open in the corresponding app.
If file does not open you can look for the corresponding app that can open the file by searching Android App Store for the "PGP".
If you cannot open the file with the apps from Android App Store it is possible that the file could only be opened on desktop platforms such as Windows or Mac OS. Try searching for "PGP viewer", "PGP file reader" online and see if any desktop applications can open it.
It is also possible that the file you downloaded is outdated and is no longer supported.

How to Open PGP File on iPhone or iPad

To open PGP File on iOS device follow steps below:

We advies to open Files app on your iPhone or iPad device. You can find it by swiping down on the home screen and typing "Files" in the search bar.
Tap on the Downloads folder on the Files app home screen.
You will see all files that you recently downloaded. Tap on the PGP file to view it.
If you have the right app that can open it it will automatically launch and open your file.
If you don't have the app which can open it you need to serch Apple app store for "PGP". This way you can find apps which can open PGP files.
If this doesn't help it is possible that your file could be opened only by the desktop application. To find an app which can open it on desktop look for "PGP viewer" or "PGP file" online in your favorite search engine.

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