PAT File Type

Researcher:   |   Edited: November 26, 2018

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PAT File Summary

Ten known software programs (notably, Autodesk AutoCAD developed by Autodesk, Inc.) are related to the PAT file extension. In addition, they are categorized under eight distinct file types, but mainly identified as the AutoCAD Hatch Pattern File format. The majority of PAT files are considered CAD Files, but they can also be Raster Image Files or System Files.

File Extension PAT is supported by Windows, Mac, and iOS operating systems. These types of files can be found on both desktop and mobile devices. The Popularity Rating for PAT files is "Low", which means these files are not ordinarily found on an everyday user's device.

If you are having problems opening PAT files, or would simply like to learn more about the software programs and developers that are associated with them, please see the complete information contained below.

Low
Popularity
103
Standing

/ 11690

Active

Relevance

26

November

2018

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Kinds of PAT Files

  8 known file types use this extension

Chief PAT Description

.PAT
Formatting:.pat
Category:AutoCAD Hatch Pattern File

CAD file created by AutoCAD. It saves a hatch pattern that can be applied to fill or texturize an area. It helps give drawn objects a material appearance

Developer: Autodesk, Inc.
Function:CAD Files
Location: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.pat

Software Programs That Open The AutoCAD Hatch Pattern File:


Autodesk AutoCAD by Autodesk, Inc.

Windows
Mac
iOS
Android

More PAT Files

.PAT
Formatting:.pat
Category:Pattern File

A bitmap photo used as a pattern. It is possible for the pattern to be imported into many graphics applications. As an example; A square file of 8x8 pixels can repeat itself to fill the size of a 256x256 pixel. It's often used to create a textured background.

Developer: Adobe Systems Incorporated
Function:Raster Image Files

Software Programs That Open Pattern File Files:


Adobe Photoshop by Adobe Systems Incorporated

Compatible with:

Windows
Mac

GIMP by The GIMP Development Team

Compatible with:

Windows
Mac
Linux

Corel Painter by Corel

Compatible with:

Windows
Mac

Canvas X by ACD Systems

Compatible with:

Windows
Mac
.PAT
Formatting:.pat
Category:DiskStation Manager Installation File

System files used the DMS (DiskStation Manager- The operating system used in Synology NAS devices). It includes the files needed for installation or updating of DSM.

Developer: Synology
Function:System Files

Software Programs That Open DiskStation Manager Installation File Files:


Synology Assistant by Synology

Compatible with:

Windows
Mac
Linux
Fedora
.PAT
Formatting:.pat
Category:CorelDRAW Pattern File

A pattern used in CorelDRAW Graphics Suite. The pattern saved can be repeated within a page layout document or vector image. It is mostly used to apply background textures.

Developer: Corel
Function:Vector Image Files

Software Programs That Open CorelDRAW Pattern File Files:


CorelDRAW Graphics Suite by Corel

Compatible with:

Windows
.PAT
Formatting:.pat
Category:3D Patch File

A 3D model file created by CAD programs. It consists patches, that store the 3D geometry as rectangular meshes. It is different from other formats which use single vertices to store 3D shapes.

Developer: Unknown Developer
Function:3D Image Files

Software Programs That Open 3D Patch File Files:


Autodesk AutoCAD by Autodesk, Inc.

Compatible with:

Windows
Mac
iOS
Android
.PAT
Formatting:.pat
Category:Ketron Sound Pattern File

A pattern format used for playing of various styles for Ketron keyboards such as the SD1, SD3, SD5, and Audya models. It contains style sounds, effects, and levels. A variety of music genres can use the format

Developer: Ketron
Function:Data Files

Software Programs That Open Ketron Sound Pattern File Files:


Ketron Software by Ketron

Compatible with:

Windows
.PAT
Formatting:.pat
Category:Gravis UltraSound GF1 Patch File

Instrument patch file with voices playable on Gravis GF1-based sound cards. It can support a maximum of 16 waveforms per instrument. However, it does not support multiple layers.

Developer: Advanced Gravis Computer Technology, Ltd.
Function:Audio Files

Software Programs That Open Gravis UltraSound GF1 Patch File Files:


Awave Studio by FMJ-Software

Compatible with:

Windows
.PAT
Formatting:.pat
Category:Kega Fusion Cheats File

A patch/cheat codes file for Kega Fusion; Sega MegaDrive (also known as Sega Genesis) console system's emulator. It is saved in plain text and has cheat codes usable in Sega games.

Developer: Sega
Function:Game Files

Software Programs That Open Kega Fusion Cheats File Files:


Kega Fusion by Steve Snake

Compatible with:

Windows
Mac
Linux

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PAT Popularity


Top Devices

Samsung (28.86%)
Apple (21.83%)
Huawei (9.25%)
Xiaomi (6.74%)
LG (3.11%)

OS Popularity

Windows (82.33%)
Android (11.56%)
iOS (3.43%)
Macintosh (1.71%)
Linux (0.60%)


PAT Troubleshooting


Troubles Opening PAT Files

Autodesk AutoCAD Isn't There

When you double-click your PAT file, you may see a dialog box from your operating system stating that it "Cannot Open This File Type". When this happens, it is commonly due to Autodesk AutoCAD missing in %%os%%. You won't be able to double-click to open your PAT because your OS doesn't know what to do with it.


Tip: If you have another software that you know opens PAT files, you can select it by hitting the "Show Apps" button.


Outdated Autodesk AutoCAD

Your AutoCAD Hatch Pattern File file is incompatible with Autodesk AutoCAD because you might have the wrong version installed. You will need to download a newer version of Autodesk AutoCAD if you don't have the right version. The primary cause of this problem is that your AutoCAD Hatch Pattern File file was created by a different (newer) version of Autodesk AutoCAD than what's installed.


Tip: Investigate your PAT file by right-clicking and selecting "Properties" to find clues on what version you need.


Summary: Not having the right Autodesk AutoCAD version on your computer can cause problems opening PAT files.


Other Causes of PAT File Opening Problems

Even with the correct version of Autodesk AutoCAD installed, you can still experience difficulties opening PATs. Other PAT opening errors can be created by other system problems inside of %%os%%. Issues that aren't software-related:

  • Invalid PAT file references in the Windows Registry (the "phonebook" of the Windows Operating System)
  • Accidental deletion of the description of the PAT file in the Windows registry
  • Corrupt install of Autodesk AutoCAD or other PAT-related program
  • Something has caused file corruption of your PAT
  • Your PAT is infected with malware
  • Device drivers of the hardware associated with your PAT file are corrupt or out-of-date
  • Your PC doesn’t have enough available resources to open the AutoCAD Hatch Pattern File file

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