CATDRAWING File Extension

What is CATDRAWING file?

Files with .CATDRAWING extension contain 2D images generated based on 3D CAD models created using CATIA V5 developed by Dassault Systemes. CATIA Drawing files are associated with CATPART files that can be combined to create CATPRODUCT files. This means that deleting the source file of CATDRAWING file will prevent it from being generated. CATDRAWING files can be exported można to other formats such as PDF, STEP, DWG, or DXF.

Features of CATDRAWING - CATIA drawing files

CATIA drawing files - Computer Aided Three-dimensional Interactive Application files are used for visualizing 3D models in 2D format. Each CATDRAWING file can contain single elements or whole product images. CATDRAWING file can hold such elements as:

• one or more documents,
• one or more document views,
• tables,
• image dimensions,
• edit information,
• details in text format.

CATDRAWING is a proprietary file format used by CATIA, however there are software tools for managing such files, for example Glovius tool, which requires a license in order to support CATDRAWING files.

Programs which support CATDRAWING file extension

Programs that can handle CATDRAWING files are as follows. CATDRAWING files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Updated: 04/20/2023

How to open file with CATDRAWING extension?

Being unable to open files with CATDRAWING extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to CATIA Drawing files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Download and install CATIA

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports CATDRAWING files installed on the system. The most obvious solution is to download and install CATIA or one to the listed programs: CrossManager. 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 CATIA installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Dassault Syst?mes S.A. website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update CATIA to the latest version

If the problems with opening CATDRAWING files still occur even after installing CATIA, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of CATIA is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that CATIA cannot handle files with CATDRAWING may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of CATIA is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate CATIA Drawing files with CATIA

If you have the latest version of CATIA installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage CATDRAWING on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

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

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected CATDRAWING file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select CATIA and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with CATDRAWING extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the CATDRAWING for errors

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

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

Should it happed that the CATDRAWING is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the scanner detected that the CATDRAWING file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Verify that the CATDRAWING file’s structure is intact

If you obtained the problematic CATDRAWING file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. When downloading the file with CATDRAWING extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the CATIA Drawing file again.

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

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

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with CATIA Drawing file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle CATDRAWING files.

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