Basic information about PTN file

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

There are 5 file types using the PTN file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the PTN file with their brief description and a list of programs that support PTN file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the PTN file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the PTN file?
  • How to open a PTN file?
  • What programs do I need to open a PTN file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a PTN file?
  • How to convert PTN files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to PTN file format?


1.Detail information about PTN file extension: CADKEY Pattern

File type CADKEY Pattern Category Vector Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PTN file is a CADKEY Pattern. The ptn file extension seems to be mainly  related to CADKEY, a 3D modeling tool created by Kubotek. In 1990s, CADKEY was the most popular CAD 3D wireframe solution for the PC, superseded by Kubotek KeyCreator.

The ptn file contains pattern usable in CADKEY.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PTN files

Windows		 CADKEY
KeyCreator


2.Detail information about PTN file extension: PaperPort Thumbnail File

File type PaperPort Thumbnail File Category Data Files
Developer Nuance Communications File format N/A
Description PTN file is a PaperPort Thumbnail File developed by Nuance Communications.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PTN files

Windows		 Nuance PaperPort 14


3.Detail information about PTN file extension: Amaya Dicopar File

File type Amaya Dicopar File Category Misc Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PTN file is a Amaya Dicopar File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PTN files

Windows		 Amaya


4.Detail information about PTN file extension: Housecall Virus Pattern File

File type Housecall Virus Pattern File Category Misc Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PTN file is a Housecall Virus Pattern File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PTN files

Windows		 Trend Micro HouseCall


5.Detail information about PTN file extension: DigiStitch Design

File type DigiStitch Design Category Vector Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PTN file is a DigiStitch Design.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PTN files

Windows		 DigiStitch



How to convert PTN files to another file format?

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

PTN to CKD PTN to PDF


How to convert another files to PTN file format?

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

CKT to PTN


Can't open a PTN 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.PTN”。

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 PTN extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the PTN 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.