PCD files exist as 3 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Kodak Photo CD Image
General Information
| Title | PCD File Extension |
| Extension | .pcd |
| Full Form | Photo CD Image File |
| File Type | Raster Image File |
| Developer | Eastman Kodak |
| MIME Type | image/x-photo-cd |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store digital photos |
| Additional Functions | Multiple resolutions |
| Features | High quality, Multi-resolution |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High resolution |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Professional Photography | Yes |
| Graphic Design | Yes |
| Photo Archiving | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Compatible software |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1992 |
| Discontinued | Yes |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .jpeg, .tiff, .bmp |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Adobe Photoshop |
Subscription | Windows, Mac |
 Corel PaintShop Pro |
Purchase | Windows |
| IrfanView |
Free | Windows |
Type 2: Pokémon Wonder Card File
PCD file extension is most associated with Pokémon Wonder Card File format. Data files and raster image files also use this extension. PCD files are game files in the majority of cases. They can be v...
General Information
| Title | PCD File Extension |
| Extension | .pcd |
| Full Form | Pokémon Wonder Card File |
| File Type | Game Data File |
| Developer | Game Freak, Nintendo |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Distribute events |
| Additional Functions | Unlock items, Pokémon |
| Features | Encrypted, Portable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Encrypted data |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | With tools |
Use Cases
| Pokémon Distribution | Yes |
| Event Unlocking | Yes |
| In-game Promotions | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Tampering, Cheating |
| Best Practices | Secure handling, Verification |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Gen IV games |
| Latest Version | Varies by game |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .sav, .pk6/.pkx, .pk7/.pk8 |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Pokémon Save Editors |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 Nintendo DS Emulators |
Free, Paid | Various |
Type 3: Pure Component Data File
A PCD file stores a digital photo scanned by Kodak hardware and saved to a CD. It uses Kodak's proprietary Photo CD format. PCD files also store Wonder Card data for Pokémon games on the Nintendo DS....
General Information
| Title | PCD File Extension |
| Extension | .pcd |
| Full Form | Pure Component Data File |
| File Type | Data File |
| Developer | Various Chemical Software |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store chemical data |
| Additional Functions | Simulation, Analysis |
| Features | Thermodynamic properties, Pure component data |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High precision |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Chemical Engineering | Yes |
| Process Simulation | Yes |
| Educational Purposes | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Data validation, Secure storage |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Varies by software |
| Latest Version | Depends on software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .inp, .dwb, .sim |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Aspen Plus |
Commercial | Windows |
| HYSYS |
Commercial | Windows |
| Pro/II |
Commercial | Windows |