PTX files exist as 6 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Pro Tools Session File
But you can convert PTX files to the PTF format with Pro Tools 10 and later. Some newer Pro Tools 10 features will be lost if you save to the older format, like clip gain settings. The ptx file extens...
General Information
| Title | PTX File Extension |
| Extension | .ptx |
| Full Form | Pro Tools Session File |
| File Type | Audio Project File |
| Developer | Avid Technology |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store session data |
| Additional Functions | Reference audio, video files |
| Features | Non-destructive editing, Plugin support |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on content |
| Supports Layers | Yes, Tracks |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Music Production | Yes |
| Audio Post-Production | Yes |
| Broadcasting | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | File tampering |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, Session archiving |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1991 |
| Latest Version | Pro Tools 2022.12 (2023) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .ptf, .wav, .aif, .mp3 |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Avid Pro Tools |
Paid, Subscription | Windows, Mac |
Type 2: E-Transcript File
General Information
| Title | PTX File Extension |
| Extension | .ptx |
| Full Form | E-Transcript File |
| File Type | Transcript File |
| Developer | Thomson Reuters |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store transcribed legal proceedings |
| Additional Functions | Text search, annotations |
| Features | Formatted text, timestamps |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High readability |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Limited |
Use Cases
| Legal Transcription | Yes |
| Court Reporting | Yes |
| Law Practice | Yes |
| Legal Proceedings Review | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Sensitive content exposure |
| Best Practices | Access control, encryption |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| In Use | Widely used |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .txt, .docx, .pdf |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Thomson Reuters E-Transcript Manager |
Paid | Windows |
| Westlaw Case Notebook |
Paid | Windows |
| West Publisher |
Paid | Windows |
Type 3: V.Flash PTX Image
PTX files have multiple uses. One use is to store RAW photos captured by Pentax digital cameras. The photos are uncompressed and unaltered. RAW images have detail. This is why photographers use this f...
General Information
| Title | PTX File Extension |
| Extension | .ptx |
| Full Form | V.Flash PTX Image |
| File Type | Disk Image File |
| Developer | VTech |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store game data |
| Additional Functions | Interact with V.Flash console |
| Features | Encrypted, Proprietary format |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Fixed by content |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Educational Gaming | Yes |
| Home Entertainment | Yes |
| Data Transfer | To V.Flash console |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Secure storage |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2006 |
| Discontinued | 2008 |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .iso, .img |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 V.Flash Edutainment System |
Discontinued product | V.Flash hardware |
Type 4: Pentax RAW Image File
You can upload a PTX file to Tom's Editor to view or convert the image. It is an online application. You can also use FFmpeg to simply convert a PTX file to a common image format. After converting th...
General Information
| Title | PTX File Extension |
| Extension | .ptx |
| Full Form | Pentax RAW Image File |
| File Type | RAW Image File |
| Developer | Pentax |
| MIME Type | image/x-pentax-raw |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store image data |
| Additional Functions | Non-destructive editing, Archiving |
| Features | High quality, Uncompressed |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Professional Photography | Yes |
| Image Retouching | Yes |
| Graphic Design | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Backup, Controlled access |
Historical/Version Information
| Associated with Camera Models | Pentax DSLRs |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .dng, .nef, .cr2, .orf |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Adobe Photoshop |
Subscription | Windows, Mac |
| Adobe Lightroom |
Subscription | Windows, Mac |
| Pentax Digital Camera Utility |
Free with camera | Windows, Mac |
Type 5: Paint Shop Pro Texture File
Session file format introduced with Pro Tools 10 digital audio workstation software. Supports audio, MIDI, software instrument tracks, effects, mixing settings and other edits. Stores references to au...
General Information
| Title | PTX File Extension |
| Extension | .ptx |
| Full Form | Paint Shop Pro Texture File |
| File Type | Raster Image |
| Developer | Corel Corporation |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store textures |
| Additional Functions | Support graphics editing |
| Features | Pattern fill, Tileable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High resolution |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Graphic Design | Yes |
| Web Graphics | Yes |
| Texturing 3D Models | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Trusted sources |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1990s |
| Related Software | Paint Shop Pro |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .pspimage, .pspbrush, .pspframe |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Corel PaintShop Pro |
Commercial | Windows |
| Other compatible software |
Varies | Varies |
Type 6: PopCap Games Texture File
The VTech V.Flash gaming console was discontinued in 2007. You will likely only see a PTX file if you extract game files from the CD. Some V.Flash games using the PTX format are The Amazing Spider-Man...
General Information
| Title | PTX File Extension |
| Extension | .ptx |
| Full Form | PopCap Games Texture File |
| File Type | Texture File |
| Developer | PopCap Games |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store textures |
| Additional Functions | Render graphics |
| Features | Binary format, Game assets |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Game-specific |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | Yes |
| Editable | With tools |
Use Cases
| Game Development | Yes |
| Game Modding | Limited |
| Graphic Design | No |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Backup files, Scan for viruses |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Early 2000s |
| Latest Version | Game-dependent |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .dds, .png, .jpg |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 PopCap Games Framework |
Proprietary | Varies by game |
| QuickBMS |
Free | Windows |
| File Viewer Plus |
Paid, Trial available | Windows |