What is the PLO File Extension?

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PLO File Summary

Only one known software program, XnView MP developed by XnSoft, is related to the PLO file extension. In addition, they are categorized under a single primary file type, described as the HP Graphics Language Plotter Document format. The PLO File Extension are listed predominantly as Vector Image Files.

PLO files are found on both mobile and desktop platforms and can be opened using Windows, Mac, and Android operating systems. The Popularity Rating for PLO files is "Low", which means these files are not ordinarily found on an everyday user's device.

To learn more about PLO files and their associated software applications, please see the information below. Plus, we provide a basic troubleshooting guide to solve problems with opening PLO files.

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Known PLO Files


Leading PLO Type

.PLO
Extension:.plo
Group:HP Graphics Language Plotter Document

The PLO file extension may refer to a vector graphics file that is associated with the Hewlett-Packard plotters primary printer control language. It is called HPGL and it may be hyphenated as HP-GL. HPGL stands for Hewlett-Packard Graphics Language. It became the standard of almost all plotters later. HP printers usually support PCl and HPGL. The PLO file stores plotter data in HPGL format.

Created by: Hewlett-Packard
Class:Vector Image Files
Location: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.plo

Software Programs That Open The HP Graphics Language Plotter Document:


XnView MP by XnSoft

Windows
Mac
Android
Linux

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PLO File Popularity


Browser Popularity

Chrome (58.80%)
Firefox (11.05%)
Internet Explorer (9.04%)
Edge (8.46%)
Safari (3.87%)


Sources of PLO Problems


Issues Opening PLO Files

XnView MP Not Present

When trying to open your PLO file, you get the error "Can't Open PLO File Type". When this happens, it is commonly due to XnView MP missing in %%os%%. You won't be able to double-click to open your PLO because your OS doesn't know what to do with it.


Tip: When another PLO application is installed, you can choose to open it by selecting "Show Apps" and using that program.


Outdated XnView MP

Sometimes your installed version of XnView MP won't support your HP Graphics Language Plotter Document file. If you do not have the proper version XnView MP (or any of the other programs listed above), you may need to try downloading a different version of it, or one of the other software applications listed above. This problem is predominately due to having a HP Graphics Language Plotter Document file version that was created by a newer version of XnView MP than what you have installed on your PC.


Tip: Find clues on the correct software version by right-clicking your PLO file and clicking "Properties".


Ultimately, most of the difficulties opening PLO files are due to having the wrong version of XnView MP installed.


Associated Difficulties Loading PLO Files

Errors opening HP Graphics Language Plotter Document files can still occur even with the latest XnView MP software installed on your computer. There can be other issues - unrelated to software - preventing you from opening PLO files. Issues that aren't software-related:

  • PLO file references in the Windows Registry are broken
  • The PLO file description within the Windows Registry was removed
  • Defective install of a PLO program, such as XnView MP
  • Something has caused file corruption of your PLO
  • Past or present virus infection has affected your PLO
  • Device drivers of the hardware associated with your PLO file are corrupt or out-of-date
  • Windows has inadequate resources to open your HP Graphics Language Plotter Document file

Quiz: Which of these is considered a vector image file?








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