PLT File Extension

PLT file extension is created by Tecplot, also known as Tecplot Binary Data File. PLT has been classified as Data Files. This File type categories under Zip, Text, Binary and XML, however, the format of this file format has not been determined yet. You can open PLT files in Tecplot 360 program.

Tecplot Binary Data File Type

Tecplot Binary Data File Type

Extension	.plt
Developer	Tecplot
Popularity	Very Common Common Average Uncommon Rare 5.0 (855 Votes) Thank you for voting!Already voted, thanks!
Mime Type	mime-type/not.available
Default Program	Tecplot 360
Category	Data Files
Format	Binary
Updated	12/1/2024

What is a PLT File Type?

Tecplot also offers text ASCII for the output of data. This format, however, is not recommended for large data sets, as it is much slower than the PLT binary format in the software.

Free online PLT Tools & Apps

We have also the free online .PLT (Tecplot Binary Data File) file extension apps that can allow to view, edit, convert from to PLT, merge, split and compare the PLT files without installing anything on your system. Please click on the links to explore the complete list of details for each required feature.

PLT Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the Tecplot Binary Data File .PLT File Extensions while opening the .PLT files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open PLT Files?

1. You must have supported software programs installed for Tecplot Binary Data File on your system such as Tecplot 360.
2. Associate default Tecplot 360 Tecplot 360 program for *.plt (Tecplot Binary Data File) files.
   
   

   Associate PLT Default Program on Windows

   1. Right-click a *.PLT (e.g example.plt) file and click Open With.
   2. In the Open with dialog box, click Tecplot 360 Tecplot 360 program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
   3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .plt files.
   
   

   Associate PLT Default Program on MacOs

   1. Click *.PLT (e.g example.plt) file and click information -> Open With.
   2. In the programs list, click Tecplot 360 Tecplot 360 program Or other appropriate program that you want.
   3. Confirm Change for all... and Contine.
   4. A message will appear "This change will be applied to all files with .Tecplot 360 extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection", click Contine to apply changes.

Related PLT File Extensions

PLT default file extension is .PLT and other similer related extensions are:

All Platform Software Programs for PLT File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the PLT files on each platforms such as Windows, Mac, iOS, Linux, Web and Android, you may click the each software link for more details for other supported formats for each software and the verified direct download links for each software with complete lisensing details.

Open PLT File on Windows

	Software	License	Developer
	CADSoftTools ABViewer 10 for Windows	Commercial	CADSoftTools
	Adobe Acrobat DC 2019 for Windows	Commercial	Adobe
	Autodesk AutoCAD 2020 for Windows	Commercial	Autodesk
	Corel CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 2020 for Windows	Commercial	Corel
	Adobe FreeHand 11 for Windows	Commercial	Adobe
	Corel Presentations 2020 for Windows	Commercial	Corel
	Tecplot 360 2015 for Windows	Commercial	Tecplot 360
	IMSI TurboCAD PRO PLATINUM 2018 for Windows	Commercial	IMSI

Open PLT File on Mac OS

	Software	License	Developer
	Adobe Acrobat DC 2019 for MacOs	Commercial	Adobe
	Autodesk AutoCAD 2020 for MacOs	Commercial	Autodesk
	vhf interservice Cenon 4 for MacOs	Freeware	vhf interservice
	Corel CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 2020 for MacOs	Commercial	Corel
	Adobe FreeHand 11 for MacOs	Commercial	Adobe
	Tecplot 360 2015 for MacOs	Commercial	Tecplot 360
	IMSI TurboCAD for Mac DELUXE V10 for MacOs	Commercial	IMSI

Open PLT file on Linux

	Software	License	Developer
	Adobe Acrobat DC 2019 for Linux	Commercial	Adobe
	vhf interservice Cenon 4 for Linux	Freeware	vhf interservice
	Tecplot 360 2015 for Linux	Commercial	Tecplot 360

Open PLT file on Web

	Software	License	Developer

Open PLT file on iOS

	Software	License	Developer

Open PLT file on Android

	Software	License	Developer

About Licensing

1. Free Trial This software are often used for an attempt period, like 14 days, before requiring payment. Some trial versions have a reduced feature set.
2. Free This software is liberal to use. Examples include open-source , freeware software, like free programs supported by advertising.
3. Free⁺ This software is liberal to download and use, but contains in-app purchases (IAP) to unlock additional content or functionality.
4. Paid This software must be purchased so as to use it. it's going to be offered as a perpetual license or ongoing subscription.
5. Included with OS This software is bundled with an OS , like Windows, macOS, or Android.

About PLT - Tecplot Binary Data File

Updated 12/1/2024

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