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Basic information about TDR file

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

There are 5 file types using the TDR file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the TDR file with their brief description and a list of programs that support TDR file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the TDR file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the TDR file?
  • How to open a TDR file?
  • What programs do I need to open a TDR file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a TDR file?
  • How to convert TDR files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to TDR file format?


1.Detail information about TDR file extension: ArVid Tape Backup

File type ArVid Tape Backup Category Backup Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description TDR file is a ArVid Tape Backup. The tdr file extension is used for files created with a program called ArVid (Archiver on Video), a data backup solution using a VHS tape as a storage media. It was very popular in Russia and former USSR in mid-1990s.

Use of VHS tapes and recording units reduced the cost of data backup and use of VHS tapes eliminates the need of a computer for data copying. An E-180 video tape is able to hold 2 Gb of uncompressed data.

Probably old and no longer supported file format.

This tdr file type entry was marked as obsolete and no longer supported file format.

This type of file is no longer actively used and is most likely obsolete. This is typically the case for system files in old operating systems, file types from long discontinued software, or previous versions of certain file types (like documents, projects etc.) that were replaced in higher versions of their original programs.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert TDR files


2.Detail information about TDR file extension: Top Draw Vector Graphic

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

Windows		 Top Draw


3.Detail information about TDR file extension: Medlin Payroll Software Tax Deposit Record File

File type Medlin Payroll Software Tax Deposit Record File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description TDR file is a Medlin Payroll Software Tax Deposit Record File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert TDR files

Windows		 Payroll Software


4.Detail information about TDR file extension: TINA Diagram Results

File type TINA Diagram Results Category Page Layout Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description TDR file is a TINA Diagram Results.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert TDR files

Windows		 TINA Design Suite


5.Detail information about TDR file extension: Physical Layer Test System Calibration Data

File type Physical Layer Test System Calibration Data Category Misc Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description TDR file is a Physical Layer Test System Calibration Data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert TDR files

Windows		 Physical Layer Test System



Can't open a TDR 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.TDR”。

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 TDR extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the TDR 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.