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Basic information about CDL file

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

There are 6 file types using the CDL file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the CDL file with their brief description and a list of programs that support CDL file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the CDL file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the CDL file?
  • How to open a CDL file?
  • What programs do I need to open a CDL file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a CDL file?
  • How to convert CDL files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to CDL file format?


1.Detail information about CDL file extension: CADKEY Wireframe Design File

File type CADKEY Wireframe Design File Category CAD Files
Developer Kubotek File format Binary
Description CDL file is a CADKEY Wireframe Design File developed by Kubotek. File created by CADKEY Wireframe, a program used to construct three-dimensional CAD wireframes; contains a 3D wireframe, including lines, measurements, and geometry; used to visualize and store design information for a 3D product.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CDL files

Windows		 Kubotek CADKEY Wireframe


2.Detail information about CDL file extension: ConceptDraw PRO Library File

File type ConceptDraw PRO Library File Category Plugin Files
Developer Computer Systems Odessa File format Binary
Description CDL file is a ConceptDraw PRO Library File developed by Computer Systems Odessa.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CDL files

Windows		 CS Odessa ConceptDraw PRO

macOS
 CS Odessa ConceptDraw PRO


3.Detail information about CDL file extension: CADKey CAD Language File

File type CADKey CAD Language File Category Settings Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description CDL file is a CADKey CAD Language File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CDL files

Windows		 KeyCreator
CADKEY


4.Detail information about CDL file extension: CaseWare Working Papers Document Link

File type CaseWare Working Papers Document Link Category Page Layout Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description CDL file is a CaseWare Working Papers Document Link.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CDL files

Windows		 CaseWare Working Papers


5.Detail information about CDL file extension: NetCDF CDL Metadata

File type NetCDF CDL Metadata Category Misc Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description CDL file is a NetCDF CDL Metadata.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CDL files


6.Detail information about CDL file extension: SignLab Vector Graphics

File type SignLab Vector Graphics Category Vector Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description CDL file is a SignLab Vector Graphics.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CDL files

Windows		 SignLab



How to convert CDL files to another file format?

There are 5 records in our database eligible for CDL files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve CDL to another files conversion, you may use the option.

CDL to AI CDL to CDR CDL to CRD CDL to EPS
CDL to PDF


How to convert another files to CDL file format?

There are 1 records in our database eligible for another files to CDL file format conversion. If you want to achieve another files to CDL conversion, you may use the option.

AI to CDL


Can't open a CDL 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.CDL”。

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 CDL extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the CDL 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.