Basic information about CDK file

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

There are 4 file types using the CDK file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the CDK file with their brief description and a list of programs that support CDK file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the CDK file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the CDK file?
  • How to open a CDK file?
  • What programs do I need to open a CDK file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a CDK file?
  • How to convert CDK files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to CDK file format?


1.Detail information about CDK file extension: OS/2 Saved SKF Format File

File type OS/2 Saved SKF Format File Category Disk Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description CDK file is a OS/2 Saved SKF Format File. The cdk file extension is associated with the Calamus SL editor, a Dutch layout system for Microsoft Windows operating system, developed by Invers Software.

The cdk file contains document from Calamus SL,


Software programs that will open, edit or convert CDK files


2.Detail information about CDK file extension: Calamus SL Document

File type Calamus SL Document Category Page Layout Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description CDK file is a Calamus SL Document.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CDK files


3.Detail information about CDK file extension: CD Katalog File

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


4.Detail information about CDK file extension: CADKEY Document

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

Windows
CADKEY



Can't open a CDK 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.CDK”。

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 CDK extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the CDK 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.