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Basic information about DDF file

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

There are 9 file types using the DDF file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the DDF file with their brief description and a list of programs that support DDF file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the DDF file extension. It answers questions such as:

What is the DDF file?
How to open a DDF file?
What programs do I need to open a DDF file?
What programs help to create and edit a DDF file?
How to convert DDF files to another file format?
How to convert another files to DDF file format?

1.Detail information about DDF file extension: Diamond Directive File

Software programs that will open, edit or convert DDF files
File type	Diamond Directive File	Category	Settings Files
Developer	Microsoft	File format	Text
Description	DDF file is a Diamond Directive File developed by Microsoft. Diamond Directive File (DDF) used to specify properties for compressing a .CAB file; stored in a plain text format; should not be modified unless necessary.
Windows	Microsoft Makecab Microsoft Notepad Microsoft WordPad Other text editor Microsoft Windows

2.Detail information about DDF file extension: Bitstream Fontware File

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

3.Detail information about DDF file extension: Spatial Data Transfer Standard And GRASS Formats

Software programs that will open, edit or convert DDF files
File type	Spatial Data Transfer Standard And GRASS Formats	Category	Vector Image Files
Developer	N/A	File format	N/A
Description	DDF file is a Spatial Data Transfer Standard And GRASS Formats.
Windows	TNTmips

4.Detail information about DDF file extension: Doom Definition File

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

5.Detail information about DDF file extension: GPS Pathfinder Office Data Dictionary

Software programs that will open, edit or convert DDF files
File type	GPS Pathfinder Office Data Dictionary	Category	GIS Files
Developer	N/A	File format	N/A
Description	DDF file is a GPS Pathfinder Office Data Dictionary.
Windows	GPS Pathfinder Office Total GIS Converter

6.Detail information about DDF file extension: Grand Theft Auto III Game File

Software programs that will open, edit or convert DDF files
File type	Grand Theft Auto III Game File	Category	Game Files
Developer	N/A	File format	N/A
Description	DDF file is a Grand Theft Auto III Game File.
Windows	Grand Theft Auto III

7.Detail information about DDF file extension: Data Definition File

Software programs that will open, edit or convert DDF files
File type	Data Definition File	Category	Data Files
Developer	N/A	File format	N/A
Description	DDF file is a Data Definition File.
Windows	Act! ACDSee Classic Sage MAS 90 Btrieve

8.Detail information about DDF file extension: ProWORX Descriptor Data

Software programs that will open, edit or convert DDF files
File type	ProWORX Descriptor Data	Category	Data Files
Developer	N/A	File format	N/A
Description	DDF file is a ProWORX Descriptor Data.
Windows	ProWORX

9.Detail information about DDF file extension: SDTS Topological Vector Profile

Software programs that will open, edit or convert DDF files
File type	SDTS Topological Vector Profile	Category	Data Files
Developer	N/A	File format	N/A
Description	DDF file is a SDTS Topological Vector Profile.
Windows	MapViewer

Can't open a DDF 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.DDF”。

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 DDF extension without any issue.

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

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

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

If the DDF 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.