File extension .PHD
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Punch! Software CAD Plan Format | Punch! Software | Data Files |
The .PHD file extension is associated with several design and engineering-related software applications, most notably Punch! Design and Home Design Studio. It is a plan file used in Punch! Software and allows different design elements (furniture, carpeting, walls, etc.) to be added and customized into a house plan. The PHD file stores all the data associated for the plan, including 2D/3D views of the project, structure texture information, symbols for electrical fixtures, dwellings layout elements and much more.
Technical Details
The PHD ( .PHD) files are classified as data files contain JSON formatted text which are encoded in UTF-8 format. The files are generally small in size since they only contain the structure of the project, such as the building materials used and other information. The PHD files use two closely associated file extensions, namely.PDV and.PVP, both of which have the same content as the PHD files. Though these files are not normally opened manually, they are automatically created by Punch! Software products during the design process. Additionally, since the PHD files are similar to common engineering document formats such as .DWG, .DXF, .DSF, and .SKP, users may be able to use an online conversion tool to convert them into these common formats.
Similar File Extensions
Files that use a similar file extension include .PVI, .VIP,
Programs for WINDOWS system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .PHD) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .PHD extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .PHD file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .PHD extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .PHD extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .PHD file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .PHD file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .PHD file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .PHD file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .PHD file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines
Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
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