Basic information about PET file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension PET（*.PET or *.pet）, 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 PET file yourself.

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


1.Detail information about PET file extension: Macintosh PICT Image File

File type Macintosh PICT Image File Category Raster Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PET file is a Macintosh PICT Image File. The pet file extension is associated with the Macintosh PICT image file format that was developed by Apple Computer in 1984 as the native format for Macintosh graphics. PICT files are encoded in QuickDraw commands. The PICT file format is a meta-format that can be used for both bitmap images and vector images.

PICT files are primarily used to exchange graphics between various Macintosh applications. Although these can include prepress applications, it is generally a better idea to use the TIFF or EPS file format in prepress.

In its current operating system, Mac OS X, Apple has replaced PICT by PDF. This means that the use of the PICT file format for exchanging data has diminished tremendously. Early 2009 Adobe decided to partially drop support for PICT in future releases of Photoshop. This means that PICT has effectively become a ‘dinosaur file format’ – to be avoided whenever possible.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PET files

macOS		 Mac OS X


2.Detail information about PET file extension: Puppy Linux Install Package

File type Puppy Linux Install Package Category Compressed Files
Developer Barry Kauler File format Binary
Description PET file is a Puppy Linux Install Package developed by Barry Kauler.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PET files

Windows		 Smith Micro StuffIt Deluxe for Windows
Corel WinZip 21
WinRAR 5
7-zip

macOS
 Smith Micro StuffIt Deluxe 16
Mac OS X

Linux		 PETget
tar
PET tools


3.Detail information about PET file extension: ISOBuster Custom CD Menu File

File type ISOBuster Custom CD Menu File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PET file is a ISOBuster Custom CD Menu File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PET files

Windows		 ISOBuster


4.Detail information about PET file extension: Corel WordPerfect Top Overflow File

File type Corel WordPerfect Top Overflow File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PET file is a Corel WordPerfect Top Overflow File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PET files

Windows		 Corel WordPerfect Office
Corel WordPerfect


5.Detail information about PET file extension: Magic Petz File

File type Magic Petz File Category Game Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PET file is a Magic Petz File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PET files


6.Detail information about PET file extension: SWAT Potential Evapotranspiration Input File

File type SWAT Potential Evapotranspiration Input File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PET file is a SWAT Potential Evapotranspiration Input File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PET files

Windows		 SWAT



How to convert PET files to another file format?

There are 1 records in our database eligible for PET files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve PET to another files conversion, you may use the option.

PET to 2FS


Can't open a PET 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.PET”。

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 PET extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support PET 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 PET 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 PET file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a PET 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 PET file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

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

If the PET 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.