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Basic information about GSD file

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

There are 2 file types using the GSD file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the GSD file with their brief description and a list of programs that support GSD file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the GSD file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the GSD file?
  • How to open a GSD file?
  • What programs do I need to open a GSD file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a GSD file?
  • How to convert GSD files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to GSD file format?


1.Detail information about GSD file extension: General Station Description File

File type General Station Description File Category Text Files
Developer PROFIBUS & PROFINET International File format XML
Description GSD file is a General Station Description File developed by PROFIBUS & PROFINET International. ASCII text configuration file used for PROFIBUS DP (Decentralized Peripherals) or PA (Process Automation) devices; contains keywords and configuration information separated by line breaks; can be created with a text editor, the PROFIBUS GSD Editor, or another tool that supports PROFIBUS.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert GSD files

Windows		 PROFIBUS GSD Editor
PROCENTRIC ProfiTrace
OMRON CX-Profibus
Siemens SIMATIC Manager
Microsoft Notepad
Notepad++
Other text editor


2.Detail information about GSD file extension: Graphtec Vector Graphics File

File type Graphtec Vector Graphics File Category Vector Image Files
Developer Graphtec File format N/A
Description GSD file is a Graphtec Vector Graphics File developed by Graphtec.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert GSD files

Windows		 Xyron Wishblade Software
Graphtec ROBO Master
Accugraphic Klic-N-Kut Studio



Can't open a GSD 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.GSD”。

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 GSD extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the GSD 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.