PDS files exist as 3 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: PowerDirector Script File
To open a PDS file, select File → Open in The Print Shop 10+. Choose "All Files (*.*)" as the file type. Navigate to the PDS file location. Click Open to open the PDS file. You may need to reformat ...
General Information
| Title | PDS File Extension |
| Extension | .pds |
| Full Form | PowerDirector Script File |
| File Type | Video Project File |
| Developer | CyberLink |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store project |
| Additional Functions | Reference media, Save edits |
| Features | Non-linear editing, Multi-track |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on content |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | Yes |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Video Editing | Yes |
| Film Production | Yes |
| Content Creation | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | File corruption |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, Versioning |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | Depends on PowerDirector version |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .pdm, .psh, .vsp |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 CyberLink PowerDirector |
Paid, Free trial | Windows, macOS |
Type 2: Planetary Data System File
Files with .pds extension are often NASA pictures. There are other file types using this extension: .pds - IncrediMail .pds - PALASM source code .pds - Print Shop graphic .pds - PowerDirector proj...
General Information
| Title | PDS File Extension |
| Extension | .pds |
| Full Form | Planetary Data System File |
| File Type | Data File |
| Developer | NASA |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store data |
| Additional Functions | Share, archive |
| Features | Structured, Standardized |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High fidelity |
| Supports Layers | Metadata, Data |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | With tools |
Use Cases
| Planetary Research | Yes |
| Astronomy | Yes |
| Education | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Validation, Documentation |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Early 1990s |
| Latest Version | PDS4 |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .lbl, .img, .tab |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 NASA PDS4 Tools |
Free | Cross-platform |
| NASA View |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 GDAL |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
Type 3: The Print Shop Project
To open a PDS file in The Print Shop 10 select File → Open. Choose "All Files (*.*)" from the file type menu. Navigate to the PDS file location, and click Open. You may need to reformat print layout...
General Information
| Title | PDS File Extension |
| Extension | .pds |
| Full Form | The Print Shop Project File |
| File Type | Project File |
| Developer | Broderbund |
| MIME Type | application/x-pds |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store project data |
| Additional Functions | Save layouts, Preserve designs |
| Features | Editable, Proprietary format |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High resolution |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Desktop Publishing | Yes |
| Greeting Cards | Yes |
| Business Cards | Yes |
| Calendars | Yes |
| Signs | Yes |
| Posters | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Backup files |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1984 |
| Latest Version | The Print Shop 6.0 (2021) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .psp, .sig, .bro, .biz |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| The Print Shop |
Paid | Windows |