Tips to open DDAP file
Can't open the DDAP file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open DDAP files as well as a list of programs that support DDAP files.
DDAP file extension
| File Name |
DiskDoubler Compressed |
| File Developer |
Symantec Corporation |
| File Category |
Archive Files |
The DDAP file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the DDAP files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the DDAP file on each system platform.
What is DDAP file?
The file in the DDAP format belongs to the Archive Files category. The creator of this file is Symantec Corporation. Archive Files consists of 619 similar files. DiskDoubler Compressed is most often found on 1 operating systems. Although it can be found with greater or lesser success on any operating system, it will only be useful on Mac OS. The DiskDoubler application is recommended to open the file. It was released by Symantec Corporation.
How to open DDAP file?
The most common problem when using DiskDoubler Compressed is that a specific DDAP is not associated with the program. This causes the file DDAP to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. How to solve such a problem?
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the DDAP 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 DiskDoubler
In this case, you should first verify that the DiskDoubler application is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name DiskDoubler into the system search engine. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Below is a list of programs that support the file DDAP.
Programs to open DDAP file
Remember to download programs supporting DDAP files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of DiskDoubler with DDAP files
If, despite the installed application, the DDAP file does not start in the DiskDoubler application, you must create a file association. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select Properties. 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. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the DDAP file with the DiskDoubler program.
Step 3. Update DiskDoubler to the latest version
If, despite the association of the DiskDoubler program with the DiskDoubler Compressed file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the Symantec Corporation page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the DDAP file
If the above steps do not help, you can assume that the file itself is not correct. File problems can be divided into the following:
Very often, the file may be size 0 or incomplete. This suggests truncating the DDAP file contents when downloading or copying. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file DDAP or the program directory. Sometimes virus-infected DDAP files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the DDAP file. On their websites, developers usually offer free solutions to such problems, e.g. in the form of a conversion program or an older version of the program.
There can be many reasons for the failure. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular DDAP file corruption. You can restore the file from a backup or use Symantec Corporation help.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted DDAP 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 operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. These directories are write-protected to them and it's very hard to fix this problem. Copying the DDAP file to another location will fix the problem.
This problem usually affects more complex files. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. 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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