Basic information about MDS file

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

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


1.Detail information about MDS file extension: Media Descriptor Sidecar File

File type Media Descriptor Sidecar File Category Disk Image Files
Developer N/A File format Binary
Description MDS file is a Media Descriptor Sidecar File. An MDS file is an information file that describes the formatting of a CD or DVD. It includes header information, which defines the tracks on the disc and the way the data is organized. MDS files are recorded by disc imaging programs and recognized by standard CD and DVD players.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert MDS files

Windows		 Alcohol 120%
CyberLink PowerDVD 17
Smart Projects IsoBuster
WinMount International WinMount
Lightning UK! ImgBurn
EZB Systems UltraISO
DT Soft DAEMON Tools
MagicISO


2.Detail information about MDS file extension: TestComplete Project File

File type TestComplete Project File Category Settings Files
Developer SmartBear File format N/A
Description MDS file is a TestComplete Project File developed by SmartBear.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert MDS files

Windows		 SmartBear TestComplete



How to convert MDS files to another file format?

There are 6 records in our database eligible for MDS files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve MDS to another files conversion, you may use the option.

MDS to AA MDS to BIN MDS to CDI MDS to ISO
MDS to MDF MDS to UIF


How to convert another files to MDS file format?

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

MD1 to MDS


Can't open a MDS 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.MDS”。

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 MDS extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the MDS 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.