Opening PDS Files

The PDS file type is primarily associated with PowerDirector.

PDS	File extension: PDS
	File type:	video project

What is a PDS file

PDS files mostly belong to PowerDirector by CyberLink. PDS filename extension is used to save video projects created or edited with PowerDirector, a cross-platform video editing software. A PDS script contains references to media sources (audio and video files), visual effects, project configuration, and playlists written in XML syntax. PDS scripts are often used to author DVDs and Blu-ray discs. PDS filename extension is also associated data files stored in the Planetary Data System format used by NASA. These PDS data files typically consist of planetary data collected during space missions and they may be opened with NasaView or PDS Tools Package. Print Shop, a desktop publishing software uses PDS files to save design projects. Such PDS project files may contain images, text, and other design elements. PDS files created with older versions of Print Shop aren't always compatible with newer versions of the program.

How can I open a PDS file?

You need a suitable software like PowerDirector to open a PDS file. Without proper software you will receive a Windows message "How do you want to open this file?" or "Windows cannot open this file" or a similar Mac/iPhone/Android alert. If you cannot open your PDS file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a PDS file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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How to convert a PDS file to MP4, MP3, MKV, AVI, ...

You can convert PDS files using our online PDS file viewer (powered by Convert.Guru):

To do this, click the button "Choose your .pds file to view this image" on this page.
Your PDS file will then be displayed in the browser.
Now click on "Save as..." at the top of the page.
Then click the video format (e.g. MP4, MKV, AVI, ...) you want.
Download the converted file.

Programs that open and convert PDS files:

PowerDirector by CyberLink
See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. PDS files are often referred to as PowerDirector videos because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
Hi-Call (Data) by Telsis
Hi-Call was an interactive voice response system for telephone lines and desktop computers. It had support for up to 30 audio connections for conference calls. Some data files used by this program had PDS filename extension. This file format is classified as Data.
IncrediMail (data) by IncrediMail
IncrediMail is a discontinued email client with support for multiple email providers. The program was compatible with Windows operating system and it stored data in PDS files. This file format is classified as Data.
NASAView (space mission data) by NASA
NASAView was a program used to display planetary data on classic computers. It was designed to run on Sun and Solaris systems. Space mission data captured by imaging devices were stored in PDS files that can be viewed in NASAView. This file format is classified as Data. Related links: XnView
PALASM (source code) by Monolithic Memories
PALASM is a classic hardware description language, used to translate Boolean functions and state transition tables into a fuse map for use with Programmable Array Logic (PAL) devices. Source code written in PALASM language is stored in a PDS file. This file format is classified as Developer. Related links: DOS Version including manuals and executables
Print Shop (design project) by Broderbund
Print Shop is a desktop publishing software for Windows operating system. The program offers a variety of templates and tools optimized for editing books, creating flyers/posters etc. Design projects created with Print Shop are stored in PDS files. This file format is classified as Page Layout.
VICAR (image) by NASA
VICAR, short for Video Image Communication and Retrieval is a general purpose image processing software. It is mainly used in astronomy applications, cartography, and biomedical image processing. Space mission data captured by VICAR are stored in PDS files with labels written in Object Description Language. This file format is classified as Raster Image.

PDS file format:

If you know the file format, you can also find out how to open or edit the file. Often, the file format can be deduced from the file extension or the initial bytes (called the signature). However, different programs can use the same file extension. Furthermore, a file extension can be renamed incorrectly and double-clicking on it will then display an error when it is opened. Exact knowledge of the format is therefore important in order to solve problems occurring in files. Our evaluation of the PDS files looks like this:

The PDS file type includes different formats for the applicable programs. However, the following two file formats are common:

30% of all PDS files are based on the popular XML file format. The Extensible Markup Language (XML) is a simple text-based format for representing structured information: documents, webpages, data, configuration, books, transactions, invoices, and much more. XML defines a set of rules for encoding documents in a format that is both human-readable and machine-readable. These files are plain text, which means they can be viewed with any text editor such as Windows Editor, Nano for Linux, and TextEdit for macOS. PDS files can be up to 6 MB in size, but are often around 140 KB - 2 MB. This file type is based on cutting-edge technology. The following keywords are characteristic: <?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>, <Project ActiveApplication="PowerDirector", ARAVersion, AppVersion, Pack="FALSE"><ExtraDataList/><Aurora DiscFormat="DVD" and TVSystem="NTSC" Preview. Files like these have the following tags: movie and video.
20% of all PDS files use the same file format, which have the signature ÜTï. These are binary files, so they do not contain words or text. PDS files are between 8 KB and 190 KB in size. The following keywords are characteristic: <?xml version="1.0" standalone="no"?>, <STYLE>, OPTITEX, FILENAME and <UNITS LINEAR="cm" SQUARE="sq.m" />. These files are often associated with hombre.

All other PDS files (50%) have no consistent format, the following 9 formats can be found: Print Shop graphic, The Print Shop Deluxe Sign, UTF-16 (LE), DOC and PrintShopDeluxe. They are often associated with christmas, combined, back or card. If you want to find out what your PDS file contains, drag and drop it onto this page.

Technical Data for PDS File Extension

File classification:

Video

Related files:

psd, pdt, pdsreplayer, cr000001, jpg, zip, dps, pda, pdg, 00000001, exe, hcd, ppd, mkr, pdf, mrk, pcc, sdr, pbix, xlsx, playlist

Mime type:

application/octet-stream

The following listing is compiled from the database produced by the 'Associate This!' program, selected data from the main FILExt database and file extension information submitted by users.

ProgramID: GraphicsConverterPro.pds, FileType: Planetary Data System, AppName: GraphicsConverter-reg
EXEFile: GraphicsConverter.exe

ProgramID: pdsfile, AppName: CyberLink Corp. PowerDirector Main
EXEFile: PowerDirector.exe

ProgramID: Photoshop

ProgramID: PrintShop.Project, FileType: Print Shop Project, AppName: Home Productivity Program

ProgramID: pdsfile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\CyberLink\PowerDirector\PowerDirector.exe %1

ProgramID: PrintShop.Project
EXEFile: C:\The Print Shop Products\The Print Shop Pro Publisher 6.0\The Print Shop 6.0\ps6.exe %1

ProgramID: pdsfile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\PowerDirector\PowerDirector.exe %1

ProgramID: pdsfile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Home Cinema\PowerDirector\PowerDirector.exe %1

ProgramID: Photoshop.PDFFile.8
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Adobe\Photoshop CS\Photoshop.exe %1

ProgramID: XnView.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\XnView\xnview.exe %1

ProgramID: PrintShopDeluxe
EXEFile: C:\PSDWIN\psdwin.exe %1

ProgramID: PrintShop.Project
EXEFile: C:\The Print Shop Products\The Print Shop Premier Edition 5.0\Pspe5.exe %1

ProgramID: pdsfile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\CyberLink DVD Solution\PowerDirector\PowerDirector.exe %1

ProgramID: PrintShop.Project
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\The Print Shop Deluxe III\psdwin.exe %1

ProgramID: pdsfile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Medion\PowerDirector\PowerDirector.exe

ProgramID: pdsfile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\CyberLink\PowerDirector Express\PowerDirector.exe

ProgramID: pdsfile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Medion Home Cinema XL II\PowerDirector\PowerDirector.exe

ProgramID: pdsfile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\CyberLink DVD Solution\PowerDirector Express\PowerDirector.exe

ProgramID: pdsfile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Home Cinema\PowerDirector\PDR.exe

ProgramID: pdsfile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\CyberLink\PowerDirector\PDR.exe

ProgramID: pdsfile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\CyberLink\PowerDirector Express\PDX.exe

ProgramID: pdsfile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\HomeCinema\PowerDirector\PDR.exe

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a pds video project is a special file format by CyberLink and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with PDS files

Associate the PDS file extension with the correct application.
Update your software that should actually open video projects. Because only the current version supports the latest PDS file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the CyberLink manufacturer website after an available PowerDirector update.
To make sure that your PDS file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
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