Python Tool File
General Information
| Title | PYT File Extension |
| Extension | .pyt |
| Full Form | Python Tool File |
| File Type | Python Script |
| Developer | ESRI |
| MIME Type | text/plain |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store geoprocessing scripts |
| Additional Functions | Custom ArcGIS tools |
| Features | Python code, ArcGIS integration |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on script |
| Supports Layers | ArcGIS specific |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Geoprocessing Automation | Yes |
| Spatial Analysis | Yes |
| ArcGIS Customization | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Code execution |
| Best Practices | Script validation, secure coding |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | ArcGIS 10 (2010) |
| Latest Version | Linked to ArcGIS release |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .py, .tbx, .gp |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 ArcGIS Desktop |
Commercial | Windows |
| ArcGIS Pro |
Commercial | Windows |
 Python |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |