Tips to open PLT file

Can't open the PLT file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open PLT files as well as a list of programs that support PLT files.

PLT file extension

File Name AutoCAD Plotter Document
File Category Vector Image Files

The PLT file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the PLT files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the PLT file on each system platform.

Operating systems
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What is PLT file?

The PLT file has been categorized as Vector Image Files. Additionally, the Vector Image Files category contains 138 of other files. AutoCAD Plotter Document appears on 1 operating systems as a functional file. The file will work on Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The main program that supports this format is AutoCAD. This was created by Autodesk, Inc.. This file type can also be opened by 10 other programs. The ArtCut, XnView, Corel Presentations, Rhea-PV2D programs will also handle the file when the AutoCAD program does not fulfill its role.

How to open PLT file?

An often recurring problem with AutoCAD Plotter Document is that PLT is not associated with the correct program file. Thus, when you open PLT, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the PLT file icon you want to open. If the operating system has an appropriate application to support it and there is also an association between the file and the program, the file should be opened.

Step 1. Install AutoCAD

An often overlooked issue is to make sure that AutoCAD is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name AutoCAD into the system search engine. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file PLT with AutoCAD. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open PLT files.

Step 2. Create association of AutoCAD with PLT files

If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the PLT file still does not use the AutoCAD program, it means no association. The association can be created using the drop-down list available by right-clicking on the file and selecting Properties. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of file. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the PLT file with the AutoCAD application.

Step 3. Update AutoCAD to the latest version

The fault may also lie with the AutoCAD program, it is possible that AutoCAD Plotter Document requires a newer version of the program. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the Autodesk, Inc. page and install.

Step 4. Check for the following problems with the PLT file

If the above steps do not help, you can assume that the file itself is not correct. This could be due to the file itself, the cleanest issues are:

The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the PLT file. The file should be downloaded again, making sure that the process has finished correctly.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the PLT file that we want to open. However, remember that not every infected PLT file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
Older version of PLT file may not always be supported by the latest software version. On their websites, developers usually offer free solutions to such problems, e.g. in the form of a conversion program or an older version of the program.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged PLT files. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact N/A
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted file PLT except for the special designation, works normally, but only on the device where it was encrypted, before transferring it to another machine, decryption is required.
Some of the system directories are excluded from modification. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. If possible, you can try to move the PLT file to another location.
This problem usually affects more complex files. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the PLT file again. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If the problem persists, restart the machine.