Data File Extensions

Data file formats

13 extensions

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Data Extensions

.parasolid

Parasolid Model Part

The Parasolid file format (.x_t, .x_b, .xmt_txt, .xmt_bin) is a geometric modeling kernel format wid...
.parasolid (.x_t, .x_b)

Parasolid Model Part

Parasolid files (.x_t for text format and .x_b for binary format) are CAD (Computer-Aided Design) fi...
.parasolid (x_t, x_b)

Parasolid Model Part

Parasolid files, typically with extensions like .x_t (text) or .x_b (binary), are a common format fo...
.parquet

Apache Parquet

Apache Parquet is a columnar storage format optimized for use with big data processing frameworks. U...
.partial

Partial Download

A '.partial' file extension typically indicates an incomplete or partially downloaded file. These fi...
.pickle

Pickle Data

Pickle is a Python-specific file format used for serializing and de-serializing Python object struct...
.plt

HPGL Plotter File

A PLT file is a vector graphics file format primarily associated with Hewlett-Packard Graphics Langu...
.ply

Polygon File Format

The PLY file format, also known as the Polygon File Format or Stanford Triangle Format, is a compute...
.pol

Plain Old Telephone

The .pol file extension is associated with Plain Old Telephone (POT) data files. These files typical...
.properties

Java Properties File

A .properties file is a plain text file used to store configuration information for Java application...
.protobuf

Protocol Buffer

Protocol Buffers (protobuf) is a language-neutral, platform-neutral, extensible mechanism for serial...
.protocol buffers

Protocol Buffers

Protocol Buffers, often shortened to Protobuf, is a language-neutral, platform-neutral, extensible m...
.psql

PostgreSQL Query File

A .psql file is a plain text file containing SQL queries designed to be executed against a PostgreSQ...

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Frequently Asked Questions about Data Files

Data file extensions are used for files that store structured information for use by applications, including databases, spreadsheets, and specialized data formats.

To open Data files, you'll need appropriate software that supports the specific file extension. Here are some general recommendations:

  • Choose software specifically designed for the file extension you're trying to open
  • Visit each specific file extension page for detailed software recommendations

For detailed information about specific file extensions, click on any extension in our directory.

Converting Data files to different formats can be done using:

  1. Dedicated software - Many applications that open these files also allow saving in different formats
  2. Online conversion services - Websites like Zamzar, CloudConvert, or Online-Convert
  3. Format-specific converters - Tools designed for specific conversion paths

Remember that conversion may result in some loss of quality or features depending on the compatibility between formats.

If you're having trouble opening a Data file:

  1. Verify the file isn't corrupted by trying to open it on a different device
  2. Make sure you have the latest version of your software
  3. Try using alternative software that supports the file format
  4. Consider converting the file to a more common format if possible
  5. Check for file extension errors - sometimes files are incorrectly named

For specific recommendations, visit the detailed page for your particular file extension.