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Basic information about PTS file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension PTS（*.PTS or *.pts）, you do not need a computer expert. In most cases, using the helpful suggestions of experts contained in our website as well as appropriate programs, you can solve the problem with the PTS file yourself.

There are 6 file types using the PTS file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the PTS file with their brief description and a list of programs that support PTS file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the PTS file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the PTS file?
  • How to open a PTS file?
  • What programs do I need to open a PTS file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a PTS file?
  • How to convert PTS files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to PTS file format?


1.Detail information about PTS file extension: PointCloud 3D Data

File type PointCloud 3D Data Category 3D Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PTS file is a PointCloud 3D Data. The pts file extension is mainly related to a special text based format that contains 3D data in so-called PointCloud.

PointCloud is basically a 3D coordinate system, in which points are usually defined by X, Y, and Z coordinates. Used to describe external surface of an object.

This type of .pts files is commonly generated by 3D scanners (Leica Geosystems, Cyra) and some CAD programs (ENVI, Trimble).
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PTS files

Windows		 ENVI
Rapidform Explorer (Geomagic Verify Viewer)
PolyTrans|CAD+DCC


2.Detail information about PTS file extension: Pro Tools Session

File type Pro Tools Session Category Audio Files
Developer Avid Technology File format N/A
Description PTS file is a Pro Tools Session developed by Avid Technology.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PTS files

Windows		 Avid Pro Tools

macOS
 Avid Pro Tools


3.Detail information about PTS file extension: PTGui Project File

File type PTGui Project File Category Raster Image Files
Developer New House Internet Services File format N/A
Description PTS file is a PTGui Project File developed by New House Internet Services.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PTS files

Windows		 New House Internet Services PTGui

macOS
 New House Internet Services PTGui


4.Detail information about PTS file extension: Abbyy Finereader Pro Data File

File type Abbyy Finereader Pro Data File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PTS file is a Abbyy Finereader Pro Data File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PTS files

Windows		 ABBYY Finereader Pro


5.Detail information about PTS file extension: Half-Life Map Creation Debug File

File type Half-Life Map Creation Debug File Category Game Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PTS file is a Half-Life Map Creation Debug File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PTS files

Windows		 Half-Life
WorldCraft


6.Detail information about PTS file extension: Infinity Engine Game Tileset

File type Infinity Engine Game Tileset Category Game Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PTS file is a Infinity Engine Game Tileset.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PTS files

Windows		 Baldur's Gate



How to convert PTS files to another file format?

There are 2 records in our database eligible for PTS files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve PTS to another files conversion, you may use the option.

PTS to OBJ PTS to STL


How to convert another files to PTS file format?

There are 2 records in our database eligible for another files to PTS file format conversion. If you want to achieve another files to PTS conversion, you may use the option.

STL to PTS PLY to PTS


Can't open a PTS file?

When you click a file to open it, operating system examines the filename extension. If operating system recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When operating system does not recognize a filename extension, you receive the following message:

”Can't open this file: example.PTS”。

To open this file, you install one of the applications from the list of software programs that you found here, you should be able to open, edit or convert the file with the PTS extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support PTS file?

If you do not know where you can download the application from our list, click on the link (which is the name of the program), you will find more information there on the location where to download the required application. Most often they are the websites of software manufacturers.


How to change file associations?

  • Right-click a file with the extension whose association you want to change, and then click "Open With".
  • In the "Open With" dialog box, click the program whith which you want the file to open, or click "Browse" to locate the program that you want.
  • Select the ”Always use the selected program to open this kind of file” check box.


Can I change the extension of PTS files?

Changing the filename extension of a file is not a good idea. When you change a file's extension, you change the way programs on your computer read/open the file. The problem is, changing the file extension does not change the file format. Select a software program from our list and install it on your computer. If the file has not opened correctly, you have to look for a different software program from our list. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.


What else may cause problems width open a PTS file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a PTS file on your computer may be at least several. The easiest thing is to find a suitable application installed on your computer, which will open a PTS file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the PTS file is damaged.
  • Whether the PTS file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the PTS file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the PTS file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the PTS file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a PTS file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a PTS file.

If the PTS file still not working with your software after eliminating the above shortcomings? That means that the problem is more complex and requires the help of a specialist.