What's the PSS File?

Researcher:   |   Refreshed: November 26, 2018

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PSS File Summary

Our most recent information indicates that PSS files are associated with three unique file types (the most prevalent being the AutoCAD Plot Stamp Settings File format) and can be viewed primarily with Autodesk AutoCAD, including six other known software applications (listed below). These files can be categorized as CAD Files, Game Files, or Uncommon Files. In the majority of cases, these files will be CAD Files.

File Extension PSS is supported by Windows, Mac, and iOS operating systems. These types of files can be found on both desktop and mobile devices. These files have a Popularity Rating of "Low", meaning they are not very commonly observed on your average hard disk.

If you would like to learn more about PSS files and the software that opens them, please see the additional detailed information below. Also, you can learn how to do some basic PSS file troubleshooting if you are having trouble opening these files.

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Types of PSS Files

  3 known file types use this extension

Chief PSS Description

.PSS
File Format:.pss
Classification:AutoCAD Plot Stamp Settings File

A file used by the three-dimensional design drafting software; AutoCAD. It has plot stamp data such as the layout name, paper size, plot scale, and plotting device information; Used to publish and print drawings with specific properties. The files allow different users to access one file and stamp their plots with different settings.

Organization: Autodesk, Inc.
Division:CAD Files
Location: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.pss

Software Programs That Open The AutoCAD Plot Stamp Settings File:


Autodesk AutoCAD by Autodesk, Inc.

Windows
Mac
iOS
Android

Alternative PSS Types

.PSS
File Format:.pss
Classification:PlayStation 2 Game Video File

A video file used by PS2 console games. It has the video and audio data and is used to play in-game cutscenes. The files can be converted to other popular video types or may be split into separate video and audio files by different utilities.

Organization: Sony
Division:Game Files

Software Programs That Open PlayStation 2 Game Video File Files:


VLC Media Player by VideoLAN

Compatible with:

Windows
Windows Phone
Mac
iOS
Android
Linux
Chrome OS
Solaris
Unix
FreeBSD
NetBSD
OpenBSD

PSS Plex by Open Source

Compatible with:

Windows

PSS Player by Open Source

Compatible with:

Windows

Cube Media Player by erben

Compatible with:

Windows
.PSS
File Format:.pss
Classification:Picture And Sound Show File

A slideshow containing images and audio files collection, it is created by the Picture and Sound Show software from Joel Technologies. Users can be able to customize the photo and the sound order, picture captions, image position, transition effects and the background patterns

Organization: Joel Technologies
Division:Uncommon Files

Software Programs That Open Picture And Sound Show File Files:


Picture and Sound Show by Joel Technologies

Compatible with:

Windows

PSS File Viewer by Joel Technologies

Compatible with:

Windows

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PSS Requests


OS Ranking

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


Understanding PSS Issues


Common PSS Opening Problems

Autodesk AutoCAD Not Present

You encounter an error message such as "%%os%% Can't Open PSS Files" when trying to open your PSS. When this happens, it is commonly due to Autodesk AutoCAD missing in %%os%%. Your operating system cannot associate your PSS with Autodesk AutoCAD, so double-clicking the file won't work.


Tip: If you don't have Autodesk AutoCAD installed, and you know of another program to open your PSS file, you can try opening it by selecting from the programs listed under "Show Apps".


Autodesk AutoCAD is Out-of-Date

In some cases, you might have a newer (or older) version of a AutoCAD Plot Stamp Settings File file that is unsupported by your installed application version. Visit the Autodesk, Inc. website to download (or purchase) the latest version of Autodesk AutoCAD. The primary cause of this problem is that your AutoCAD Plot Stamp Settings File file was created by a different (newer) version of Autodesk AutoCAD than what's installed.


Tip: If you right-click on your PSS file, then select "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac), you can obtain hints about what version you need.


Regardless, most of the PSS file opening problems relate to not having the right version of Autodesk AutoCAD installed.


Other Causes of PSS File Opening Problems

You can still experience errors opening PSS files even with the latest version of Autodesk AutoCAD installed on your PC. If you are continuing to have errors with loading PSS files, other external issues might be to blame. These issues include:

  • PSS file type Registry entries are wrong
  • Mistaken removal of the Windows registry PSS description
  • Incomplete or bad installation of a software application associated with the PSS format
  • The PSS itself is corrupted
  • Your PSS has adversely impacted by malware
  • Hardware associated with PSS has outdated drivers
  • Your PC doesn’t have enough available resources to open the AutoCAD Plot Stamp Settings File file

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