Basic information about DS file

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

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


1.Detail information about DS file extension: Microsoft SQL Server Data Source

File type Microsoft SQL Server Data Source Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DS file is a Microsoft SQL Server Data Source. The ds file extension is used by Microsoft SQL Server, a relational database management system.

The ds file contains data source. The SQL is a standard language for accessing and manipulating with databases.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DS files

Windows		 Microsoft SQL Server


2.Detail information about DS file extension: DAZ Studio 1/2 Script

File type DAZ Studio 1/2 Script Category 3D Image Files
Developer DAZ Productions File format Text
Description DS file is a DAZ Studio 1/2 Script developed by DAZ Productions.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DS files

Windows		 DAZ 3D DAZ Studio 4

macOS
 DAZ 3D DAZ Studio 4


3.Detail information about DS file extension: LMMS DrumSynth File

File type LMMS DrumSynth File Category Audio Files
Developer LMMS File format Binary
Description DS file is a LMMS DrumSynth File developed by LMMS.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DS files

Windows		 LMMS

Linux		 LMMS


4.Detail information about DS file extension: Furcadia DragonSpeak File

File type Furcadia DragonSpeak File Category Game Files
Developer Furcadia File format Text
Description DS file is a Furcadia DragonSpeak File developed by Furcadia.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DS files

Windows		 Furcadia


5.Detail information about DS file extension: TWAIN Data Source

File type TWAIN Data Source Category Executable Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DS file is a TWAIN Data Source.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DS files

Windows		 Runs itself within scanning software such as Adobe Photoshop

macOS
 Runs itself within scanning software such as Adobe Photoshop


6.Detail information about DS file extension: DataFlex Data_Set File

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

Linux		 DataFlex


7.Detail information about DS file extension: Desktop Korn Shell File

File type Desktop Korn Shell File Category System Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DS file is a Desktop Korn Shell File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DS files

Linux		 Linux operating systems


8.Detail information about DS file extension: DMDScript File

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

Windows		 DMDScript


9.Detail information about DS file extension: Dynamics Solver Problem Definition File

File type Dynamics Solver Problem Definition File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DS file is a Dynamics Solver Problem Definition File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DS files

Windows		 Dynamics Solver


10.Detail information about DS file extension: HP OfficeJet T Series TWAIN File

File type HP OfficeJet T Series TWAIN File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DS file is a HP OfficeJet T Series TWAIN File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DS files


11.Detail information about DS file extension: DragonSpeak Source File

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

Windows		 Furcadia


12.Detail information about DS file extension: Linux MultiMedia Studio DrumSynth Data

File type Linux MultiMedia Studio DrumSynth Data Category Audio Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DS file is a Linux MultiMedia Studio DrumSynth Data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DS files



Can't open a DS 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.DS”。

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 DS extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the DS 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.