Basic information about HDR file

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

There are 12 file types using the HDR file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the HDR file with their brief description and a list of programs that support HDR file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the HDR file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the HDR file?
  • How to open a HDR file?
  • What programs do I need to open a HDR file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a HDR file?
  • How to convert HDR files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to HDR file format?


1.Detail information about HDR file extension: High Dynamic Range Image File

File type High Dynamic Range Image File Category Raster Image Files
Developer HDRsoft File format N/A
Description HDR file is a High Dynamic Range Image File developed by HDRsoft. An HDR file is a raster image or digital photo saved in HDRsoft's High Dynamic Range (HDR) image format. It is used for enhancing the color and brightness range of a digital image. HDR files can also be processed to fix dark shadows or washed out areas of a picture.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert HDR files

Windows		 HDRSoft Photomatix
Adobe Photoshop CC 2017
ACD Systems Canvas X 2017
ACD Systems ACDSee 2018

macOS		 HDRSoft Photomatix
Adobe Photoshop CC 2017
Lemkesoft GraphicConverter

Android		 File Viewer for Android


2.Detail information about HDR file extension: ESRI BIL Header File

File type ESRI BIL Header File Category GIS Files
Developer ESRI File format Text
Description HDR file is a ESRI BIL Header File developed by ESRI.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert HDR files

Windows		 ESRI ArcGIS for Desktop
Blue Marble Geographics Global Mapper
GDAL


3.Detail information about HDR file extension: Procomm Plus Message Header

File type Procomm Plus Message Header Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description HDR file is a Procomm Plus Message Header.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert HDR files

Windows		 Procomm Plus


4.Detail information about HDR file extension: DataFlex Header File

File type DataFlex Header File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description HDR file is a DataFlex Header File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert HDR files

Linux		 DataFlex


5.Detail information about HDR file extension: ArcView Header Data

File type ArcView Header Data Category Text Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description HDR file is a ArcView Header Data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert HDR files

Windows		 ArcGIS for Desktop Basic (ArcView)


6.Detail information about HDR file extension: Radiance Map

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

Windows		 Adobe Photoshop
HDR Darkroom
Adobe Creative Suite

macOS
 Adobe Photoshop for Mac
Adobe Creative Suite for Mac


7.Detail information about HDR file extension: InstallShield Setup Header

File type InstallShield Setup Header Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description HDR file is a InstallShield Setup Header.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert HDR files

Windows		 InstallShield


8.Detail information about HDR file extension: MicroSim PCBoard Hole-drill Schedule Report

File type MicroSim PCBoard Hole-drill Schedule Report Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description HDR file is a MicroSim PCBoard Hole-drill Schedule Report.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert HDR files

Windows		 OrCAD PCB Designer


9.Detail information about HDR file extension: ENVI Header Data

File type ENVI Header Data Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description HDR file is a ENVI Header Data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert HDR files

Windows		 ENVI


10.Detail information about HDR file extension: Transport Fever Texture

File type Transport Fever Texture Category Game Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description HDR file is a Transport Fever Texture.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert HDR files


11.Detail information about HDR file extension: Microsoft IIS Server NNTP Header Data

File type Microsoft IIS Server NNTP Header Data Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description HDR file is a Microsoft IIS Server NNTP Header Data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert HDR files

Windows		 Microsoft Internet Information Services


12.Detail information about HDR file extension: Mail.dat Header Data

File type Mail.dat Header Data Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description HDR file is a Mail.dat Header Data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert HDR files



How to convert another files to HDR file format?

There are 3 records in our database eligible for another files to HDR file format conversion. If you want to achieve another files to HDR conversion, you may use the option.

RAW to HDR JPEG to HDR JPG to HDR


Can't open a HDR 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.HDR”。

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 HDR extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the HDR 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.