BDS File Extension

What is BDS file?

Full format name of files that use BDS extension is Cadcorp SIS Base Dataset. Computer Aided Development Corporation Limited defined the Cadcorp SIS Base Dataset format standard. BDS file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. BDS file format, along with 255 other file formats, belongs to the GIS Files category. The most popular software that supports BDS files is Cadcorp Map Manager. Cadcorp Map Manager software was developed by Computer Aided Development Corporation Limited, and on its official website you may find more information about BDS files or the Cadcorp Map Manager software program.

Programs which support BDS file extension

Programs that can handle BDS files are as follows. Files with BDS 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 BDS extension?

Problems with accessing BDS may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with BDS 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. Install Cadcorp Map Manager software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening BDS files is that no program that can handle BDS files is installed on user’s system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Cadcorp Map Manager. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. If you want to download Cadcorp Map Manager installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Computer Aided Development Corporation Limited website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update Cadcorp Map Manager to the latest version

If you already have Cadcorp Map Manager installed on your systems and BDS files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. This can be one of the causes why BDS files are not compatible with Cadcorp Map Manager. The most recent version of Cadcorp Map Manager is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Cadcorp SIS Base Dataset files with Cadcorp Map Manager

If you have the latest version of Cadcorp Map Manager installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage BDS on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the BDS with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Cadcorp Map Manager is installed, check the Always use this app to open BDS files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with BDS extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with BDS extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the BDS for errors

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper BDS file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. The BDS may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the BDS file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the BDS file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the BDS file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Ensure the file with BDS extension is complete and error-free

Did you receive the BDS file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. When downloading the file with BDS extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Cadcorp SIS Base Dataset file again.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Cadcorp Map Manager

If the systems has insufficient resources to open BDS files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Cadcorp SIS Base Dataset files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with BDS files affecting older versions of given software.

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