PAT File Documentation

Overview

Feature Value
File Extension .pat
Format Type Pattern File
Primary Use Storing patterns for various applications like Photoshop, AutoCAD, etc.
Binary/Text Both, depends on the application
MIME Type image/x-pat
Compression Varies; some patterns may be compressed
Editable Yes, with supporting software
Associated Programs Adobe Photoshop, GIMP, AutoCAD
Open Standard No
Layer Support No
Transparency Support Yes, depends on the software used to create/edit
Vector/Raster Depends on the specific patterning process
Color Space Support RGB, CMYK (varies by software)
Interoperability Moderate, with popular graphic design software
Metadata Support Limited
Typical File Size Varies widely based on complexity and compression
Creation Programs Adobe Photoshop, GIMP
Pattern Definition Style ASCII Text for simple patterns; complex patterns may include binary data
Usage Textures, backgrounds, 3D modeling textures
Character Encoding ASCII for text-based definitions