Basic information about RD3 file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension RD3（*.RD3 or *.rd3）, 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 RD3 file yourself.

There are 1 file types using the RD3 file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the RD3 file with their brief description and a list of programs that support RD3 file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the RD3 file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the RD3 file?
  • How to open a RD3 file?
  • What programs do I need to open a RD3 file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a RD3 file?
  • How to convert RD3 files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to RD3 file format?


1.Detail information about RD3 file extension: CorelDRAW CorelDream 3D

File type CorelDRAW CorelDream 3D Category Vector Image Files
Developer Corel Corporation File format N/A
Description RD3 file is a CorelDRAW CorelDream 3D developed by Corel Corporation. Full format name of files that use RD3 extension is CorelDRAW CorelDream 3D. CorelDRAW CorelDream 3D format was developed by Corel Corporation. Files with RD3 extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. RD3 file format, along with 524 other file formats, belongs to the Graphic Files category. CorelDRAW is by far the most used program for working with RD3 files. Software named CorelDRAW was created by Corel Corporation. In order to find more detailed information on the software and RD3 files, check the developer’s official website.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert RD3 files

Windows		 CorelDraw Graphics Suite



Can't open a RD3 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.RD3”。

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 RD3 extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support RD3 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 RD3 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 RD3 file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a RD3 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 RD3 file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the RD3 file is damaged.
  • Whether the RD3 file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the RD3 file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the RD3 file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the RD3 file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a RD3 file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a RD3 file.

If the RD3 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.