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Basic information about DRA file

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

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


1.Detail information about DRA file extension: OrCAD Drawing File

File type OrCAD Drawing File Category CAD Files
Developer Cadence Design Systems File format N/A
Description DRA file is a OrCAD Drawing File developed by Cadence Design Systems. CAD drawing created by PCB Editor, a printed circuit board (PCB) design application included with the OrCAD PCB Designer software suite; stores the schematic for a drawn PCB, which specifies the layout of circuit components.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DRA files

Windows		 Cadence OrCAD PCB Designer
Cadence Allegro Free Physical Viewer


2.Detail information about DRA file extension: Nuance Dragon Voice Recording File

File type Nuance Dragon Voice Recording File Category Audio Files
Developer Nuance Communications File format Binary
Description DRA file is a Nuance Dragon Voice Recording File developed by Nuance Communications.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DRA files

Windows		 Nuance Dragon NaturallySpeaking Home 13

macOS
 Nuance Dragon Professional Individual for Mac 6


3.Detail information about DRA file extension: Dolphin PartMaster Drawing File

File type Dolphin PartMaster Drawing File Category CAD Files
Developer Dolphin Cad Cam File format Binary
Description DRA file is a Dolphin PartMaster Drawing File developed by Dolphin Cad Cam.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DRA files

Windows		 Dolphin Cad Cam PartMaster


4.Detail information about DRA file extension: Scriptor Script File

File type Scriptor Script File Category Page Layout Files
Developer Write Brothers File format N/A
Description DRA file is a Scriptor Script File developed by Write Brothers.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DRA files

Windows		 Scriptor



How to convert DRA files to another file format?

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

DRA to PDF


Can't open a DRA 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.DRA”。

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 DRA extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the DRA 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.