CPS files exist as 3 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: The Powder Toy Save File
The Powder Toy simulates air pressure, velocity, and heat. It is a free physics sandbox game for Windows, Mac and Linux. The CPS file contains saved simulation data created by The Powder Toy. It store...
General Information
| Title | CPS File Extension |
| Extension | .cps |
| Full Form | The Powder Toy Save File |
| File Type | Game Save File |
| Developer | Stanislaw K. Skowronek |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store simulation state |
| Additional Functions | Save particle setups, Save creations |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Lossless |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Gaming | Yes |
| Educational | Yes |
| Simulation | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, Avoid untrusted sources |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2009 |
| Latest Version | Dependent on game updates |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .stm, .vcs |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 The Powder Toy |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux, Android |
Type 2: Captivate Styles File
General Information
| Title | CPS File Extension |
| Extension | .cps |
| Full Form | Captivate Styles File |
| File Type | Settings File |
| Developer | Adobe Systems |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store styles |
| Additional Functions | Apply consistent formatting |
| Features | Reusable, Customizable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Not applicable |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| E-learning Development | Yes |
| Template Creation | Yes |
| Corporate Training | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Version control |
Historical/Version Information
| Associated with | Adobe Captivate versions |
| File Format Evolution | Updates with software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .cptx, .cptl |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Adobe Captivate |
Commercial | Windows, Mac |
Type 3: Corel Photo House File
The .CPS file extension has 2 known uses. First use is for Corel Photo House Images. Corel Photo House is a discontinued graphics editor replaced by Corel Photo-Paint. Second use is for Powder Toy Com...
General Information
| Title | CPS File Extension |
| Extension | .cps |
| Full Form | Corel Photo House File |
| File Type | Image File |
| Developer | Corel Corporation |
| MIME Type | application/x-cps |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store image |
| Additional Functions | Contain graphics |
| Features | Bitmap-based, Layer support |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on image |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Digital Art | Yes |
| Photo Editing | Yes |
| Printing | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Regular updates |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1990s |
| Latest Version | Corel Photo House 5 (2000) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .cpt, .cpx, .corel |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Corel Photo House |
Commercial | Windows |
| XnView |
Free, Commercial | Windows, Mac, Linux |