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Basic information about PDT file

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

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


1.Detail information about PDT file extension: Autodesk Hydrology And Pond Settings

File type Autodesk Hydrology And Pond Settings Category Settings Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PDT file is a Autodesk Hydrology And Pond Settings. The pdt file extension is associated with applications, such as AutoCAD Civil, AutoCAD, etc. developed by Autodesk.

The pdt file contains hydrology and pond settings. File is in binary format.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PDT files

Windows		 AutoCAD

macOS		 AutoCAD for Mac


2.Detail information about PDT file extension: ProCite Database

File type ProCite Database Category Database Files
Developer Thomson Reuters File format N/A
Description PDT file is a ProCite Database developed by Thomson Reuters.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PDT files

Windows		 ProCite


3.Detail information about PDT file extension: GEUS Polar Data File

File type GEUS Polar Data File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PDT file is a GEUS Polar Data File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PDT files


4.Detail information about PDT file extension: InkWriter Template

File type InkWriter Template Category Page Layout Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PDT file is a InkWriter Template.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PDT files

Windows Mobile		 Windows Mobile


5.Detail information about PDT file extension: VersaPro Compiled Block

File type VersaPro Compiled Block Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PDT file is a VersaPro Compiled Block.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PDT files

Windows		 VersaPro


6.Detail information about PDT file extension: Ancient Warfare Game Data

File type Ancient Warfare Game Data Category Game Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PDT file is a Ancient Warfare Game Data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PDT files



Can't open a PDT 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.PDT”。

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 PDT extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the PDT 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.