Tips to open SDD file

Can't open the SDD file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open SDD files as well as a list of programs that support SDD files.

SDD file extension

File Name StarOffice Presentation
File Developer Oracle
File Category Data Files

The SDD file is supported on 3 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the SDD files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the SDD file on each system platform.

Operating systems
  • 3
  • 3
  • 2
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

What is SDD file?

The file in the SDD format belongs to the Data Files category. The author of this format is Oracle. In addition to this file, the Data Files category includes 1326 related files. StarOffice Presentation is most often found on 3 operating systems. The file will work on Linux, Mac OS, Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The Apache OpenOffice application is recommended to open the file. It was released by Apache Software Foundation. This file type can also be opened by 7 other programs. LibreOffice, NeoOffice, StarOffice will apply when it is not possible to use Apache OpenOffice.

How to open SDD file?

The main problem with StarOffice Presentation is that the SDD file is incorrectly associated with programs. This is manifested by the fact that SDD files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the SDD 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 Apache OpenOffice

An often overlooked issue is to make sure that Apache OpenOffice is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing Apache OpenOffice into the operating system search engine. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file SDD with Apache OpenOffice. Below you will find a list of applications that support SDD files.

Step 2. Create association of Apache OpenOffice with SDD files

If, despite the installed application, the SDD file does not start in the Apache OpenOffice application, you must create a file association. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select Properties. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Using the "Change" button we can select the desired program. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the SDD file with the Apache OpenOffice application.

Step 3. Update Apache OpenOffice to the latest version

The fault may also lie with the Apache OpenOffice program, it is possible that StarOffice Presentation requires a newer version of the program. This can be done using the application (if it provides such options) or from the Apache Software Foundation website and install the latest version.

Step 4. Check for the following problems with the SDD file

The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. The most common file problems are:

The SDD file may be unusually small compared to the original file. Usually this applies to SDD files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. The file should be downloaded again, making sure that the process has finished correctly.
The computer may have fallen victim to a computer virus or hacker. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our SDD file. Sometimes virus-infected SDD files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the SDD files changes over time. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
There can be many reasons for this. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged SDD files. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting Oracle, but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted SDD 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 SDD file to another location.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Just close unnecessary programs. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the SDD file again. However, some background programs may block the SDD file while scanning. If nothing helps, please reset the device.