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The PLT file format generated by computer-aided design programs prints only to specially designed pen plotters using third-party programs to convert the PLT data to line drawings. A PLT file cannot be printed on a standard office printer without first converting it to a different file format. Converting a PLT file to the PDF file extension allows the original file information to be printed on a standard office printer.
PLT Files
A CAD software program converts a design file from its native file to the PLT file type so the file can be sent to a professional pen plotter. Each PLT file contains codes for specific pen plotter functions; these codes are not useful to standard printers.
Using PLT Files
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To use a PLT file for any purpose other than printing on a pen plotter, the file must be converted to a type that allows a different software program to open and display or print the file. The type of file format to which the PLT is converted is determined by the type of software used to view or print the subsequent file. For example, converting to JPEG or BMP format allows the file to be viewed with image-editing software. The PDF file format is one of several file types to which a PLT file can be converted.
PDF Documents
The Portable Document Format was invented by Adobe Systems Incorporated as an easily viewable and printable file type, which can be widely shared. Almost every computer comes equipped with PDF-viewing software or can download the free Adobe Reader software. With the software, a PDF file can be printed on any standard printer installed in the typical office.
Converting PLT
Conversion software is needed to convert CAD files to other file types. Several software companies offer PLT to PDF conversion programs including the Total CAD Converter from CoolUtils Development, PLT Viewer from CADSoftTools and ViewCompanion Pro from Software Companions. Take advantage of the free, limited-time trial versions, so you can try out the software and make sure it meets your needs before buying it.
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Tim Plaehn has been writing financial, investment and trading articles and blogs since 2007. His work has appeared online at Seeking Alpha, Marketwatch.com and various other websites. Plaehn has a bachelor's degree in mathematics from the U.S. Air Force Academy.
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