PDS File Documentation

Overview

Feature Value
Extension .pds
Type of File PowerDirector Script File
MIME Type application/octet-stream
Primary Association Video Editing Projects
Developed by CyberLink
Editable Yes (with compatible software)
Open with CyberLink PowerDirector
Binary Format Yes
Compression Not standard; depends on project settings
Contains Video instructions, timelines, effects, transitions
Related Files .pdt (template file), .pdm (menu template)
Supports Metadata Yes
Accessibility Desktop software
Scripting Language Based No
Intended for Amateur and Professional Video Editing
File Function Stores project settings, references to media files
Encoding Varies with project specifications
User Interface Graphical within PowerDirector
Versioning Supported Implicit through save history
Backup Recommended
Cloud Compatible Yes, with manual upload/download