PPS File Documentation

Overview

Feature Value
File Extension .pps
Format Type Binary
MIME Type application/vnd.ms-powerpoint
Developed by Microsoft
Introduced in 1990s
Primary Use Slide show presentation
Encryption Support Yes
Compression Optional
Based on OLE (Object Linking and Embedding)
Open Format No
Editable No, read-only
Compatibility Can be opened with PowerPoint and compatible software
Replaced by .ppsx in PowerPoint 2007 and later versions
Scripting Support Yes, with VBA
Animation Support Yes
Embedded Objects Support Yes
File Signature (Hex) D0 CF 11 E0 A1 B1 1A E1
Accessibility Viewable on Windows, macOS, and through PowerPoint Web Viewer
Sequential Viewing Intended for viewing slides in a predetermined sequence
Interactive Features Hyperlinks, embedded media