_PD File Extension

What is _PD file?

Full format name of files that use _PD extension is CADDS. CADDS format was developed by Parametric Technology Corporation. Files with _PD extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with _PD extension are categorized as 3D Image Files files. The 3D Image Files subset comprises 622 various file formats. The most popular program for handling _PD files is CADDS, but users can choose among 1 different programs that support this file format. Software named CADDS was created by Parametric Technology Corporation. In order to find more detailed information on the software and _PD files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support _PD file extension

The following listing features _PD-compatible programs. Files with _PD extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

How to open file with _PD extension?

Problems with accessing _PD may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with _PD files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Get the CADDS

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports _PD files installed on the system. This one is an easy one. Select CADDS or one of the recommended programs (for example, CrossManager) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download CADDS installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Parametric Technology Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of CADDS and update if needed

If you already have CADDS installed on your systems and _PD files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. If you have an older version of CADDS installed, it may not support _PD format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using CADDS.

Step 3. Associate CADDS files with CADDS

After installing CADDS (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open _PD files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the _PD with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where CADDS is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open _PD files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected _PD file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with _PD extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the _PD for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the _PD file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Verify that the _PD in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the _PD file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the _PD file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the _PD file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the _PD file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. If the _PD file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open CADDS

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with _PD extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with CADDS files and ensure security of your device and operating system. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle _PD files.

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