What is PIO file?
Pro Tools I/O Settings File is used to specify the settings for audio data written by Pro Tools software. The file contains the settings for RAM, drive selection and set up, plug-in and device selection, audio routing, and more.
PIO Format details
| Full Name | Pro Tools I/O Settings Format |
|---|---|
| Developer | Avid Technology |
| Category | Settings Files |
Tools that will help you view PIO files
Sometimes you need to quickly preview the contents of a file with the PIO extension. In such a situation, many people decide to find a tool that, according to its creators, can display the contents of the PIO file and many other types of files (All in One Viewer).
Of course, there are such tools. However, it should be remembered that they may display the data contained in the PIO file differently than the application dedicated to handling the PIO file extension. When you cannot afford to have the data of the PIO file displayed different from the original, you should use the applications developed to work with the PIO file.
Below you will find a list of software programs that will help you with this. These software programs will help you view the content of the PIO file, minimizing possible errors that may arise with other tools.
PIO File Viewers
- Pro Tools