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Basic information about DSD file

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

There are 7 file types using the DSD file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the DSD file with their brief description and a list of programs that support DSD file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the DSD file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the DSD file?
  • How to open a DSD file?
  • What programs do I need to open a DSD file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a DSD file?
  • How to convert DSD files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to DSD file format?


1.Detail information about DSD file extension: DataShaper Database File

File type DataShaper Database File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DSD file is a DataShaper Database File. The dsd file extension is related to Document Structure Description XML schema language.

DSD is designed to be a simple and easily understandable language, yet with an expressive power beyond that of the alternative schema languages, such as DTD or XML Schema.

The DSD project is being pursued at AT&T Labs Research and at BRICS, Aarhus University with contributions from QinetiQ Ltd.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DSD files

Windows		 DataShaper


2.Detail information about DSD file extension: AutoCAD Drawing Set Description File

File type AutoCAD Drawing Set Description File Category Settings Files
Developer Autodesk File format Text
Description DSD file is a AutoCAD Drawing Set Description File developed by Autodesk.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DSD files

Windows		 Autodesk AutoCAD 2018


3.Detail information about DSD file extension: Diet Studio Data File

File type Diet Studio Data File Category Data Files
Developer Numerical Computing File format XML
Description DSD file is a Diet Studio Data File developed by Numerical Computing.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DSD files

Windows		 Numerical Computing Diet Studio


4.Detail information about DSD file extension: DAZ Studio Object Morph File

File type DAZ Studio Object Morph File Category 3D Image Files
Developer DAZ Productions File format N/A
Description DSD file is a DAZ Studio Object Morph File developed by DAZ Productions.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DSD files

Windows		 DAZ 3D DAZ Studio 4

macOS
 DAZ 3D DAZ Studio 4


5.Detail information about DSD file extension: Document Structure Definition File

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

Windows		 Sublime Text
Atom
NotePad++ text editor
PSPad
Microsoft Windows NotePad

macOS
 Sublime Text for Mac
Atom for Mac

Linux		 Sublime Text for Linux
Atom for Linux


6.Detail information about DSD file extension: CARE-S InfoWorks Node/link File

File type CARE-S InfoWorks Node/link File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DSD file is a CARE-S InfoWorks Node/link File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DSD files

Windows		 CARE-S


7.Detail information about DSD file extension: Direct Stream Digital Audio

File type Direct Stream Digital Audio Category Audio Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DSD file is a Direct Stream Digital Audio.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DSD files

Windows		 Audacity

macOS
 Audacity for Mac

Linux		 Audacity for Linux



How to convert another files to DSD file format?

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

DSF to DSD


Can't open a DSD 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.DSD”。

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 DSD extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the DSD 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.