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File Extension PRT

The file extension PRT is associated with more than one dozen programs and applications and various file types. A few of the programs and applications include Pro/ENGINEER, WordPerfect Presentation, SmartWare, Microsoft Windows, Cubase, Brain Voyager QX, and a Printer Format file. PRT files contain data and information related to the program that created the file.

If the PRT file extension is related to Pro/ENGINEER, the file is categorized as a CAD file type that contains three dimensional models which are used to design parts for machinery. PRT files can also be stored with an ASM file which contains additional models for complete assembly of a machinery device. Pro/ENGINEER is a Computer-Aided Design (CAD) program which provides productivity tools for electromechanical design.

PRT files which are created with WordPerfect Presentation are defined as a data file type which stores templates used with the WordPerfect Presentation software application. The templates are used to create future presentations using WordPerfect Presentation. WordPerfect Presentation is an application which is part of the Corel WordPerfect Office suite of productivity applications.

PRT files which are part of SmartWare are classified as a various data file type which stores reports that are generated with the SmartWare application. The report can be created with various SmartWare applications such as a spreadsheet application, word processor, or communications tools. SmartWare is a programming platform created by SmartWare Corporation which operates on the Faircom database engine.

If the file extension PRT is part of Microsoft Windows, the file is categorized as a system file type which contains data used with the Microsoft Windows Directory. This type of PRT file is typically stored with executable files which have similar root titles.

PRT files which are created with Steinberg Cubase are a data file type that contains audio, instrumentation samples, sound parameters, and other elements used for musical composition, editing, and mixing. Cubase is a software application created by Steinberg Media Technologies which is used for music production and composition.

PRT files which are associated with BrainVoyager QX are a various data file type which stores descriptions for experimental conditions. BrainVoyager QX is a software application produced by Rainer Goebel which is used to perform an advanced analysis of magnetic resonance and distributed source imaging.

PRT files which are defined as a Printer Format file are categorized as a text file type which stores formatting data that originates from a printing job. The formatting is sent to a printer to instruct the printer how to print the document. This type of PRT file can be associated with a number of document creation applications in addition to a range of printer devices.

How to Open PRT Files

Since the file extension PRT is associated with more than one dozen programs and applications, double click on the file to see if it will automatically open in a default program you have installed on your PC. PRT files are created with many different applications, so you may already have a program which will open the file.

If the PRT file extension is a Pro/ENGINEER file, it is necessary to use the Pro/ENGINEER software application to open and view its contents. Pro/ENGINEER is available in a paid version on the PTC website and is compatible with Windows, Linux and UNIX.

PRT files which are created with WordPerfect Presentation can be opened using Corel WordPerfect Office X6. WordPerfect Office X6 is available as a 30-day free trial on the Corel website and is designed for use with the Windows operating system.

SmartWare PRT files can be opened using the SmartWare 4.5 programming platform. SmartWare 4.5 is available for download on the SmartWare website and is compatible with the Windows operating system.

If the file extension PRT is part of the Microsoft Windows Directory, the file should be opened using the Windows operating system. If you are a developer and want to open and view the contents of PRT files, you can use any text editing application such as Notepad or WordPad for Windows, Apple TextEdit for Mac, or gEdit and Nano Editor for Linux.

If the PRT file extension is related to Cubase, the file must be opened using the Cubase 7 software application which is available on the Steinberg Technologies website. Cubase is compatible with Windows and Mac OS X.

PRT files which belong to BrainVoyager QX should be opened using the BrainVoyager QX software application. BrainVoyager QX is offered on the BrainVoyager website and is compatible with Windows, Mac OS X, and the Linux operating system.

If the file extension PRT is defined as a Printer Format file and you are using Windows, you can open the file using Cadera CopyRIP, which is a desktop RIP solution. CopyRIP is available in a free trial version on the Caldera website.

PRT Printer Format files can be opened in the Linux operating system using FILEUTIL, which is an application that provides a mix of UNIX utilities. FILEUTIL is available as a free download on the SourceForge website.