Opening CPT Files

The CPT file type is primarily associated with PHOTO-PAINT.

CPT	File extension: CPT
	File type:	image

What is a CPT file

CPT files mostly belong to PHOTO-PAINT by Corel. A CPT file usually contains a multi-layer image edited with PHOTO-PAINT raster graphics editor. This CPT file contains all the layers, color modes, alpha channels, and graphical data of a photo that is being edited in PHOTO-PAINT. It is usually exported to other formats (e.g. JPG) upon completion. Delta Force video game saves converted poly terrain data in a CPT file. Ccrypt file encryption program uses a CPT file to store encrypted archives. Another type of CPT file is used to store encrypted memo data in dBASE database management system. CPT is also the filename extension of an audio file saved in DTS (Digital Theatre Systems) format. This CPT file is mainly used to store audio in compact disc and theatre applications. It contains high quality audio, timecode, and metadata. CPT audio format is obsolete.

How to open CPT files

You need a suitable software like PHOTO-PAINT to open a CPT 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 CPT file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a CPT file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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How to extract texts from CPT files or capture a screenshot to PDF, JPG, DOCX, TXT, ...

If you want to extract texts from CPT file or capture a screenshot, you can use our free Online CPT File Viewer:

Just click the "Choose your .cpt file to view this image" button on this page.
After your file is opened in browser,
click "Save as..." in the menu.
Then choose the file format (e.g. JPG, PDF, DOCX, TXT, ...) you want.
Download the converted file.

Programs that open and convert CPT files:

PHOTO-PAINT by Corel
See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. CPT files are often referred to as PHOTO-PAINT raster images because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
After Shot (image) by Corel
After Shot is a raw image processing program for Windows. You can import, edit, and convert a CPT image using After Shot. This file format is classified as Raster Image.
CCRYPT (encrypted archive) by Peter Selinger
Ccrypt is a cross-platform program used to encrypt digital files. Archives encrypted with Ccrypt are saved in a CPT file. This file format is classified as Encoded. Related links: Sourceforge Project
Compact Pro (archive) by Cyclos
Compact Pro was an archive management and file compression program for classic Mac operating system. It saves archives in CPT files. This file format is classified as Compressed.
dBASE (encrypted memo) by dBASE
dBASE is a database management system optimized for microcomputers and desktop platforms. It saves an encrypted memo in a CPT file. This file format is classified as Data.
Delta Force (converted poly terrain) by Electronic Arts
Delta Force is a first-person shooter computer video game in which players assume the role of special military operatives. It uses a CPT file to store its game data archive. This file format is classified as Game.
EDX Signal (channel plan template) by EDX
EDX Signal is an RF planning software suite for designing wireless systems. It saves channel plan templates in CPT format. This file format is classified as Data.
Presents (template) by Broadcom
Presents is a discontinued graphics presentation program. A template used to create a presentation in Presents is saved in a CPT file. This file format is classified as Data.

CPT file format:

Why is it important to know the file format? This is the only way to find out which program to use to open the file. A file format is determined by the file extension and signature, so JPEG images have the extension .jpg and the first bytes in the file are ÿØÿ. 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. If there are problems opening a file, you must first determine the file format used. In the following you will find our evaluation of the CPT files:

The CPT file type is a very commonly used file extension and predominantly uses a uniform format. The file formats most commonly found in CPT files are:

80% of all CPT files are Corel Photo Paint bitmap files. If you open these files in a text editor, you will see only illegible characters. CPT files are between 190 KB and 9 MB in size. The file type was used 20 years ago. The following keywords are characteristic: CPT9FILE and CPT7FILE. Such CPT files store data about logo, bild, foto, imagen, bearb, cover, fondo, kopie and haus.
1% of all CPT files are associated with Mac Compact Pro archive. If you open these files in a text editor, you will see only illegible characters. The files are often between 4 KB and 6 KB in size.

All other CPT files (19%) have no consistent format. They are often associated with document or whatsapp. If you want to find out which format your CPT file belongs to, just click on the button "Choose your .cpt file to view this image".

Technical Data for CPT File Extension

File classification:

Raster Image

Related files:

ctp, cptu, cdr, jpg, txe, kpt, zip, png, ede, pdf, exe, cmx, cdt, cg4

Related links:

XnView, IrfanView

Mime type:

application/mac-compactpro, image/x-corel-cpt

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: CorelPhotoPaint.Image.10, FileType: Corel PHOTO-PAINT 10.0 Image, AppName: Corel PHOTO-PAINT(R)
EXEFile: photopnt.exe

ProgramID: CorelPhotoPaint.Image.11, FileType: Corel PHOTO-PAINT 11.0 Image, AppName: Corel PHOTO-PAINT(R)
EXEFile: CORELPP.EXE

ProgramID: CorelPhotoPaint.Image.8, FileType: Corel PHOTO-PAINT 8.0 Image, AppName: CorelPHOTO-PAINT
EXEFile: photopnt.exe

ProgramID: CorelPhotoPaint.Image.9, FileType: Corel PHOTO-PAINT 9.0 Image, AppName: Corel PHOTO-PAINT(R)

ProgramID: GraphicsConverterPro.cpt, FileType: Corel PhotoPaint 6.0, AppName: GraphicsConverter-reg
EXEFile: GraphicsConverter.exe

ProgramID: PhotoPhilia.File_cpt, FileType: CPT Image, AppName: PhotoPhilia main application
EXEFile: Pholi.exe

ProgramID: CorelPhotoPaint.Image.11
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Corel\Corel Graphics 11\PROGRAMS\CORELPP.EXE -DDE

ProgramID: CorelPhotoPaint.Image.12
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Corel\Corel Graphics 12\PROGRAMS\CORELPP.EXE -DDE

ProgramID: CorelPhotoPaint.Image.9
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Corel\Graphics9\PROGRAMS\PHOTOPNT.EXE -DDE

ProgramID: CorelPhotoPaint.Image.8
EXEFile: C:\Corel\GRAPHI~1\Programs\photopnt.exe /dde

ProgramID: CorelPhotoPaint.Image.10
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Corel\Graphics10\Programs\photopnt.exe %1

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

ProgramID: cptfile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Macromedia\Captivate\Captivate.exe %1

ProgramID: CorelPhotoPaint.Image.8
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\PROGRAMS\PHOTOPNT.EXE /dde

ProgramID: sp_CPT
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Shell Picture\ShellPicture.exe show %1

ProgramID: CorelPhotoHouse.Document.5.0
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Corel\Print House 2000\PHOTOHSE.EXE

ProgramID: CoverPage.Document
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Muratec\OBPRO~1\COVERP~1\CPEditor.exe

ProgramID: CorelPHOTOPAINT.Image.13
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Corel\CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 13\PROGRAMS\CORELPP.EXE -DDE

ProgramID: cptfile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Adobe\Captivate\Captivate.exe

ProgramID: CorelPHOTOPAINT.Image.12.5
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Corel\Corel DESIGNER Technical Suite 12\PROGRAMS\CORELPP.EXE -DDE

ProgramID: IrfanView.CPT
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\IRFANV~1\i_view32.exe

ProgramID: CorelPhotoPaint.Image.7
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Corel\Draw70\PROGRAMS\PHOTOPNT.EXE

ProgramID: CPEDoc
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Samsung\SmarThru\cpe.exe

ProgramID: cptfile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\GASUKE\GASUKE.EXE

ProgramID: PDVDfile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\CyberLink\PowerDVD\PowerDVD.exe

ProgramID: CorelPHOTOPAINT.Image.14
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Corel\CorelDRAW Graphics Suite X4\PROGRAMS\CORELPP.EXE -DDE

ProgramID: CorelPhotoPaint.Image.8
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\corel\Programs\photopnt.exe

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a cpt image is a special file format by Corel and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with CPT files

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