File extension .POD
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Perl POD-formated Text | N/A | Developer Files |
The POD ( .POD) file extension is associated with scripting languages such as Perl and several others. It is short for Plain Old Documentation and is used to create documentation for the source code. POD files are written in plain text format and stored with the same syntax as Perl. They are interpretive text documents that can be read by machines or people with the help of a formatting tool like Perl’s pod2text, pod2latex or pod2html.
PODs are generally used for keeping Perl program code documentation or comments in an easy to read format. They are also useful for explaining complex programming concepts, such as object-oriented programming (OOP), which is often used in Perl. In comparison to other program source code documentation choices, like Structured Query Language (SQL) and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), PODs are particularly useful because they are relatively easy to understand and use when it comes to managing and grouping source code.
Similar File Extensions
Other file extensions associated with scripting languages are .PL, .PM, .PLX, PSGI, ONCGI, .awk, .CGI, .SH and .py.
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After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .POD) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .POD extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .POD file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .POD extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .POD extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .POD file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .POD file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .POD file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .POD file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .POD file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines
Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
New technologies enthusiast, helping to solve problems with the files.
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