PC3 files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: AutoCAD Plotter Configuration File
File Function
| Primary Function |
Store plotter settings |
| Additional Functions |
Calibration data, Device control |
File Characteristics
| Quality |
Configuration dependent |
| Supports Layers |
Yes |
| Supports Transparency |
N/A |
| Editable |
With AutoCAD |
Use Cases
| Engineering |
Yes |
| Architecture |
Yes |
| Manufacturing |
Yes |
| Design Drafting |
Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks |
Configuration tampering |
| Best Practices |
Regular backups, Access control |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions |
.plt, .ctb, .stb |
Software Compatibility
| Software |
Usage Policy |
OS Compatibility |
 AutoCAD |
Paid, Subscription |
Windows, macOS |
| AutoCAD LT |
Paid, Subscription |
Windows, macOS |
Type 2: Degas Elite High Res Image File
File Function
| Primary Function |
Store image |
| Additional Functions |
Preserve quality |
| Features |
High resolution, Bitmap |
File Characteristics
| Quality |
High-resolution |
| Supports Layers |
No |
| Supports Transparency |
No |
| Editable |
With software |
Use Cases
| Retro Computing |
Yes |
| Digital Art |
Yes |
| Image Archiving |
Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks |
Low risk |
| Best Practices |
Backup, Emulator usage |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions |
.pi1, .pi2, .pi3 |
Degas & Degas Elite