PLA files exist as 4 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Sansa Playlist File
A PLA file stores a music playlist for a SanDisk Sansa media player. It uses a text format listing locations of files. You must transfer PLA files to the PLAYLISTS folder on the device for the player ...
General Information
| Title | PLA File Extension |
| Extension | .pla |
| Full Form | Sansa Playlist File |
| File Type | Playlist File |
| Developer | SanDisk |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store playlist |
| Additional Functions | Reference media files |
| Features | Portable, Indexed |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Not applicable |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Music Organization | Yes |
| Media Playback | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Validate paths, Avoid duplicates |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Circa 2000s |
| Latest Version | Dependent on device |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .m3u, .pls, .wpl |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Sansa Media Player |
N/A | Sansa device |
 Winamp |
Free | Windows |
| RealPlayer |
Free, Paid versions | Windows, Mac |
Type 2: Archicad Project Archive
When you create a .PLA file, Archicad saves all library parts, linked images and textures used in the project. This is useful to avoid missing objects represented as dots. The .pla file includes the ...
General Information
| Title | PLA File Extension |
| Extension | .pla |
| Full Form | ArchiCAD Project Archive File |
| File Type | Project Archive File |
| Developer | Graphisoft |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store project data |
| Additional Functions | Archive complete projects |
| Features | Contains models, settings |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High fidelity |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | Model dependent |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Architecture | Yes |
| Construction | Yes |
| Design Documentation | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | File corruption |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, access control |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1980s |
| Latest Version | Depends on ArchiCAD version |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .pln, .mod, .gsm |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Graphisoft ArchiCAD |
Licensed | Windows, macOS |
Type 3: iriver iQuickList File
General Information
| Title | PLA File Extension |
| Extension | .pla |
| Full Form | iRiver iQuickList File |
| File Type | Playlist File |
| Developer | iRiver |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store playlist |
| Additional Functions | Organize media |
| Features | Song order, Play sequence |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Metadata |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Music Playback | Yes |
| Media Management | Yes |
| Device Synchronization | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Backup lists |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | Associated with device firmware |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .m3u, .pls, .wpl |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| iRiver Software |
Free | Device-specific |
| iRiver Plus |
Free | Windows |
Type 4: PlantStudio Plant File
General Information
| Title | PLA File Extension |
| Extension | .pla |
| Full Form | PlantStudio Plant File |
| File Type | 3D Plant Model File |
| Developer | Kurtz-Fernhout Software |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store plant models |
| Additional Functions | Plant simulation, Growth patterns |
| Features | 3D representation, Parameter-driven |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Highly detailed |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | Yes |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Garden Design | Yes |
| Educational Purposes | Yes |
| Scientific Research | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Backup |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Late 1990s |
| Final Version | 2.10 (2002) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .vtp, .gtp, .ovp |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| PlantStudio |
Commercial, Free trial | Windows |