Basic information about CD file

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

There are 5 file types using the CD file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the CD file with their brief description and a list of programs that support CD file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the CD file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the CD file?
  • How to open a CD file?
  • What programs do I need to open a CD file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a CD file?
  • How to convert CD files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to CD file format?


1.Detail information about CD file extension: Philips/Optlmage's Master Tool Disk Image

File type Philips/Optlmage's Master Tool Disk Image Category Disk Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description CD file is a Philips/Optlmage's Master Tool Disk Image. The cd file extension is associated with CD images used for example by Philips/Optlmage's Master tool for Microsoft Windows.

Somewhat older disk image file format, still readable in some programs.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CD files

Windows		 ISOBuster


2.Detail information about CD file extension: Visual Studio Class Diagram

File type Visual Studio Class Diagram Category Developer Files
Developer Microsoft File format XML
Description CD file is a Visual Studio Class Diagram developed by Microsoft.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CD files

Windows		 Microsoft Visual Studio 2017
ISOBuster


3.Detail information about CD file extension: CD-i OptImage

File type CD-i OptImage Category Disk Image Files
Developer N/A File format Binary
Description CD file is a CD-i OptImage.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CD files

Windows		 Smart Projects IsoBuster


4.Detail information about CD file extension: WaveLab Audio CD Project

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

Windows		 WaveLab


5.Detail information about CD file extension: Systems Tool Kit City Database

File type Systems Tool Kit City Database Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description CD file is a Systems Tool Kit City Database.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CD files

Windows		 STK



Can't open a CD 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.CD”。

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 CD extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the CD 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.