Basic information about AFD file

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

There are 2 file types using the AFD file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the AFD file with their brief description and a list of programs that support AFD file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the AFD file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the AFD file?
  • How to open a AFD file?
  • What programs do I need to open a AFD file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a AFD file?
  • How to convert AFD files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to AFD file format?


1.Detail information about AFD file extension: AFF Disk Image Part File

File type AFF Disk Image Part File Category Disk Image Files
Developer Basis Technology File format Binary
Description AFD file is a AFF Disk Image Part File developed by Basis Technology. Part of a split archive created from an .AFF (Advanced Forensics Format) disk image; allows large AFF files to be split into smaller segments so they can be managed easier; helps with 32-bit file systems where the file size limit is 2GB; also helps with storage limitations with DVD backups.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert AFD files

Windows		 AFFLIB
PassMark OSForensics

Linux		 AFFLIB


2.Detail information about AFD file extension: Alphacam Flame Drawing

File type Alphacam Flame Drawing Category CAD Files
Developer Planit File format N/A
Description AFD file is a Alphacam Flame Drawing developed by Planit.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert AFD files

Windows		 Planit Alphacam
ArisFlow



Can't open a AFD 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.AFD”。

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 AFD extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the AFD 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.