Basic information about DFE file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension DFE（*.DFE or *.dfe）, you do not need a computer expert. In most cases, using the helpful suggestions of experts contained in our website as well as appropriate programs, you can solve the problem with the DFE file yourself.

There are 1 file types using the DFE file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the DFE file with their brief description and a list of programs that support DFE file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the DFE file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the DFE file?
  • How to open a DFE file?
  • What programs do I need to open a DFE file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a DFE file?
  • How to convert DFE files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to DFE file format?


1.Detail information about DFE file extension: RISC OS Comma Separated Value

File type RISC OS Comma Separated Value Category Page Layout Files
Developer RISCOS Ltd. File format N/A
Description DFE file is a RISC OS Comma Separated Value developed by RISCOS Ltd.. Full format name of files that use DFE extension is RISC OS Comma Separated Value. RISC OS Comma Separated Value specification was created by RISCOS Ltd.. DFE files are supported by software applications available for devices running , Linux, Mac OS, Windows. Files with DFE extension are categorized as Document Files files. The Document Files subset comprises 574 various file formats. The most popular program for handling DFE files is Windows Notepad, but users can choose among 5 different programs that support this file format. Windows Notepad software was developed by Microsoft Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about DFE files or the Windows Notepad software program.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DFE files

Windows		 Microsoft Windows NotePad
NotePad++ text editor
Ovation Pro

macOS		 TextEdit

Linux		 gedit



Can't open a DFE file?

When you click a file to open it, operating system examines the filename extension. If operating system recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When operating system does not recognize a filename extension, you receive the following message:

”Can't open this file: example.DFE”。

To open this file, you install one of the applications from the list of software programs that you found here, you should be able to open, edit or convert the file with the DFE extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support DFE file?

If you do not know where you can download the application from our list, click on the link (which is the name of the program), you will find more information there on the location where to download the required application. Most often they are the websites of software manufacturers.


How to change file associations?

  • Right-click a file with the extension whose association you want to change, and then click "Open With".
  • In the "Open With" dialog box, click the program whith which you want the file to open, or click "Browse" to locate the program that you want.
  • Select the ”Always use the selected program to open this kind of file” check box.


Can I change the extension of DFE files?

Changing the filename extension of a file is not a good idea. When you change a file's extension, you change the way programs on your computer read/open the file. The problem is, changing the file extension does not change the file format. Select a software program from our list and install it on your computer. If the file has not opened correctly, you have to look for a different software program from our list. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.


What else may cause problems width open a DFE file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a DFE file on your computer may be at least several. The easiest thing is to find a suitable application installed on your computer, which will open a DFE file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the DFE file is damaged.
  • Whether the DFE file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the DFE file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the DFE file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the DFE file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a DFE file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a DFE file.

If the DFE file still not working with your software after eliminating the above shortcomings? That means that the problem is more complex and requires the help of a specialist.