PSP files exist as 4 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: PaintShop Pro Image
PaintShop Pro is image editing software by Corel. It allows editing images and photos with various tools. The PSP file format was the native format for PaintShop Pro until version 8. After version 8, ...
General Information
| Title | PSP File Extension |
| Extension | .psp |
| Full Form | PaintShop Pro Image File |
| File Type | Raster Image File |
| Developer | Corel Corporation |
| MIME Type | image/x-paintshoppro |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store image data |
| Additional Functions | Support layers, channels |
| Features | Raster graphics, Metadata |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | Yes |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Digital Art | Yes |
| Photo Editing | Yes |
| Graphic Design | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Macro scripts |
| Best Practices | Scan for viruses, Update software |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1990 |
| Latest Version | PaintShop Pro 2023 |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .pspimage, .psd, .jpeg, .png |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Corel PaintShop Pro |
Paid | Windows |
| ACDSee Photo Manager |
Paid | Windows |
| IrfanView |
Free | Windows |
| XnView |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
Type 2: PL/SQL Server Page
PL/SQL Server Pages (PSP) allow PL/SQL to be used as a scripting language within HTML files. The PSP files containing the PL/SQL code are loaded from the Oracle database server. First, a Database Acce...
General Information
| Title | PSP File Extension |
| Extension | .psp |
| Full Form | PL/SQL Server Page File |
| File Type | Server Page File |
| Developer | Oracle Corporation |
| MIME Type | application/x-psp |
File Function
| Primary Function | Dynamic web content |
| Additional Functions | Server-side scripting, Database interaction |
| Features | PL/SQL usage, HTML embedding |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Dependent on code |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Web Development | Yes |
| Enterprise Applications | Yes |
| Database-Driven Pages | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | SQL injection, XSS |
| Best Practices | Input validation, Output encoding |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1990s |
| Integration with Oracle | Oracle 8i |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .sql, .ora, .dbf |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Oracle Database |
Licensed | Windows, Linux, Unix |
 Oracle Application Express (APEX) |
Free with Oracle DB | Windows, Linux, Unix |
Type 3: Pixel Studio Project
A file with the PSP extension is most likely a PaintShop Pro image file, similar to Adobe Photoshop's PSD format. PSP files store guides, layered images, and things used in advanced image editing soft...
General Information
| Title | PSP File Extension |
| Extension | .psp |
| Full Form | Pixel Studio Project |
| File Type | Raster Image File, Project File |
| Developer | Pixel Studio |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store project |
| Additional Functions | Preserve layers, Save animation |
| Features | Layer support, Animation frames |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Varies with content |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | Yes |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Pixel Art | Yes |
| Game Graphics | Yes |
| Animation | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Backup projects |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | Depends on software update |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .psd, .ase, .aseprite |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Pixel Studio |
Free, In-app purchases | Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Web |
| Pro Motion NG |
Paid | Windows |
Type 4: Photoshop Preferences File
PSP file extension could also be used for PL/SQL server page files. This article explains various formats that use the PSP file extension. It also explains how to open and convert the files. A PSP fi...
General Information
| Title | PSP File Extension |
| Extension | .psp |
| Full Form | Photoshop Preferences File |
| File Type | Preferences File |
| Developer | Adobe Systems |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store preferences |
| Additional Functions | Preserve settings, Customize experience |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Not applicable |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes, with caution |
Use Cases
| Personalization | Yes |
| Software Customization | Yes |
| Workflow Optimization | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Minimal |
| Best Practices | Backup, Avoid manual edit |
Historical/Version Information
| File Format Evolution | Version-specific |
| Adobe Photoshop Versions | Multiple, proprietary |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .psd, .aco, .act, .asl |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Adobe Photoshop |
Subscription | Windows, Mac |