Basic information about CDR file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension CDR(*.CDR or *.cdr), 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 CDR file yourself.

There are 4 file types using the CDR file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the CDR file with their brief description and a list of programs that support CDR file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the CDR file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the CDR file?
  • How to open a CDR file?
  • What programs do I need to open a CDR file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a CDR file?
  • How to convert CDR files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to CDR file format?


1.Detail information about CDR file extension: CorelDRAW Image File

File type CorelDRAW Image File Category Vector Image Files
Developer Corel File format Binary
Description CDR file is a CorelDRAW Image File developed by Corel. A CDR file is a drawing (or vector image) created with CorelDRAW, a vector illustration and page layout program. It contains a document that contains text, lines, shapes, images, colors, and effects. CDR files are used to create various types of documents such as letters, brochures, tabloids, envelopes, postcards, web pages, and web banners.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CDR files

Windows
CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 2017
Corel PaintShop Pro 2018
Corel WordPerfect X8
ideaMK CDR Viewer
ACD Systems Canvas X 2017
Adobe Illustrator CC 2017
Inkscape
Janome Digitalizer Pro

macOS
Adobe Illustrator CC 2017
Inkscape
Bluetail CDRViewer

Linux
Inkscape
sK1
UniConvertor


2.Detail information about CDR file extension: Macintosh DVD/CD Master

File type Macintosh DVD/CD Master Category Disk Image Files
Developer Apple File format Binary
Description CDR file is a Macintosh DVD/CD Master developed by Apple.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CDR files

Windows
Catacombae HFSExplorer

macOS
Apple Disk Utility
Apple DiskImageMounter
Catacombae HFSExplorer

Linux
Catacombae HFSExplorer


3.Detail information about CDR file extension: Raw Audio CD Data

File type Raw Audio CD Data Category Audio Files
Developer N/A File format Binary
Description CDR file is a Raw Audio CD Data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CDR files

Windows
Apple iTunes
H+H Software Virtual CD
Lightning UK! ImgBurn
Other music player

macOS
Roxio Toast 16
Apple iTunes
Other music player


4.Detail information about CDR file extension: Crash Data Retrieval Data File

File type Crash Data Retrieval Data File Category Data Files
Developer Bosch File format N/A
Description CDR file is a Crash Data Retrieval Data File developed by Bosch.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CDR files

Windows
Bosch Crash Data Retrieval System Software



How to convert CDR files to another file format?

There are 55 records in our database eligible for CDR files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve CDR to another files conversion, you may use the option.



How to convert another files to CDR file format?

There are 59 records in our database eligible for another files to CDR file format conversion. If you want to achieve another files to CDR conversion, you may use the option.



Can't open a CDR 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.CDR”。

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 CDR extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support CDR 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 CDR 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 CDR file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a CDR 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 CDR file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

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

If the CDR 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.