Tips to open DCD file
Can't open the DCD file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open DCD files as well as a list of programs that support DCD files.
DCD file extension
| File Name |
DesignCAD Drawing |
| File Developer |
IMSI/Design |
| File Category |
CAD Files |
The DCD file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the DCD files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the DCD file on each system platform.
What is DCD file?
The DCD file has been categorized as CAD Files. The creator of this file is IMSI/Design. Additionally, the CAD Files category contains 158 of other files. DesignCAD Drawing is supported by 2 operating systems. The file will work on Mac OS, Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The TurboCAD application is recommended to open the file. It was released by IMSI/Design, LLC.. There are also 1 alternative programs to handle the DCD file.
How to open DCD file?
An often recurring problem with DesignCAD Drawing is that DCD is not associated with the correct program file. This causes the file DCD to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the DCD file icon you want to open. If the operating system has an appropriate application to support it and there is also an association between the file and the program, the file should be opened.
Step 1. Install TurboCAD
The first step is to check if the computer has the TurboCAD program installed. To do this, enter the name TurboCAD into the system search engine. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Below is a list of programs that support the file DCD.
Programs to open DCD file
Remember to download programs supporting DCD files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of TurboCAD with DCD files
If, despite the installed application, the DCD file does not start in the TurboCAD application, you must create a file association. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. The window will show, among other things, the type of the file and the information by which the program is used to launch the file. Using the "Change" button we can set the program to handle this type. The program should be visible in the window, otherwise it should be selected manually using the "Browse" button and the program installation directory should be indicated. The "always use the selected program ..." field will set the TurboCAD application as the default for handling the DCD file.
Step 3. Update TurboCAD to the latest version
If, despite the association of the TurboCAD program with the DesignCAD Drawing file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version. In this case, use the IMSI/Design, LLC. website or update the program from the application.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the DCD file
Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. File problems can be divided into the following:
The DCD file may be unusually small compared to the original file. Usually this applies to DCD files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file DCD or the program directory. However, remember that not every infected DCD file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the DCD files changes over time. Help should be sought from the software developer, as they usually recommend using free file converters or installing an older version of the program.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair DCD file corruption. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact IMSI/Design
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted DCD files cannot be played on other computers than the one on which they were encrypted, they must be decrypted before using on another device.
Some of the system directories are excluded from modification. These directories are write-protected to them and it's very hard to fix this problem. If possible, you can try to move the DCD file to another location.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the DCD file again. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If this does not work either, restart the device.
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