How to convert your PLA file
- Click the "Select File" button above, and choose your PLA file.
- You'll see a preview.
- Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.
Convert PLA to another file type
The converter easily converts your PLA file to various formats—free and online. No Media Player or extra software needed.
- PLA to DWG
- PLA to M3U
- PLA to PDF
- PLA to IFC
- PLA to MP3
- PLA to WAV
- PLA to AAC
- PLA to FLAC
- PLA to OGG
- PLA to WMA
- PLA to M4A
- PLA to AIFF
Convert a file to PLA
The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the PLA file type—in the best quality.
- MIDI to PLA
- AAC to PLA
- TTA to PLA
- AU to PLA
- WV to PLA
- DTS to PLA
- MID to PLA
- FLAC to PLA
- RA to PLA
- MP3 to PLA
- PCM to PLA
- WAV to PLA
About PLA files
PLA files, primarily associated with ArchiCAD, are project archive files containing 3D models, textures, and other design elements used in architectural design. They are crucial for preserving project data but can be cumbersome due to their proprietary nature and size.
Conversion Challenges and Considerations
Converting PLA files is not always straightforward. The proprietary format necessitates specific software to open and manipulate these files. Compatibility issues often arise, making it difficult to ensure a seamless conversion to universally accessible formats like DWG, DXF, 3DS, and OBJ.
Software Solutions for Conversion
Software like Graphisoft ArchiCAD is essential for handling PLA files. For conversion, AutoCAD, Blender, and Rhinoceros are recommended, albeit requiring intermediary steps like exporting files to compatible formats first. More on these file types can be found on their Wikipedia page.
Drawbacks of PLA Files
While PLA files maintain project integrity, their large size and compatibility issues make them less ideal for everyday use. Converting them into more manageable formats is often necessary, but can be a time-consuming and complex task without the right tools.
Why Choose Convert.Guru?
To simplify this process, use the free and easy-to-use Convert.Guru website. Drag-and-drop your PLA files to convert them effortlessly to different formats without software installation headaches. Convert.Guru offers a reliable, user-friendly solution, eliminating the challenges of handling PLA files manually.
The PLA Converter Story
The history of Convert.Guru began more than 25 years ago in California, when Tom Simondi published the most comprehensive database of file formats on his website. Before that, Tom had worked on Space Shuttle development at the Air Force Systems Command’s Space Division in Los Angeles. He is known as one of the top programmers of the late 1980s.
When Microsoft integrated Tom’s Filext database into Windows XP, it became the leading platform for analyzing and processing file types and formats.
Today, we use the latest technologies to analyze, process, and convert one of the world's largest collections of file formats. We are committed to developing the best PLA converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.