Basic information about SDL file

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

There are 6 file types using the SDL file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the SDL file with their brief description and a list of programs that support SDL file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the SDL file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the SDL file?
  • How to open a SDL file?
  • What programs do I need to open a SDL file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a SDL file?
  • How to convert SDL files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to SDL file format?


1.Detail information about SDL file extension: Corel Paradox Script File

File type Corel Paradox Script File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description SDL file is a Corel Paradox Script File. The sdl file extension is related to Paradox, a relational database management system sold by Corel Corporation, which is part of some editions of Corel WordPerfect Office suite.

The sdl files contain scripts.

This sdl file type entry was marked as obsolete and no longer supported file format.

This type of file is no longer actively used and is most likely obsolete. This is typically the case for system files in old operating systems, file types from long discontinued software, or previous versions of certain file types (like documents, projects etc.) that were replaced in higher versions of their original programs.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SDL files

Windows		 Corel Paradox
Corel Paradox
Corel WordPerfect Office


2.Detail information about SDL file extension: Service Description Language File

File type Service Description Language File Category Developer Files
Developer Microsoft File format Text
Description SDL file is a Service Description Language File developed by Microsoft.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SDL files

Windows		 Microsoft Visual Studio 2017


3.Detail information about SDL file extension: Scene Description Language File

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

Windows		 Autodesk Infrastructure Map Server
Safe Software FME Desktop with MapGuide SDL Reader/Writer
Any text editor


4.Detail information about SDL file extension: SmartDraw Library File

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

Windows		 SmartDraw


5.Detail information about SDL file extension: Dive Manager Dive Log

File type Dive Manager Dive Log Category Page Layout Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description SDL file is a Dive Manager Dive Log.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SDL files


6.Detail information about SDL file extension: Simple Declarative Language File

File type Simple Declarative Language File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description SDL file is a Simple Declarative Language File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SDL files



Can't open a SDL 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.SDL”。

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 SDL extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the SDL 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.