DRAWING File Extension

What is DRAWING file?

Full format name of files that use DRAWING extension is Artboard Drawing. Artboard Drawing format was developed by Mapdiva. DRAWING files are supported by software applications available for devices running Mac OS. Files with DRAWING extension are categorized as Vector Image Files files. The Vector Image Files subset comprises 138 various file formats. Artboard is by far the most used program for working with DRAWING files. Artboard software was developed by Mapdiva, LLC, and on its official website you may find more information about DRAWING files or the Artboard software program.

Programs which support DRAWING file extension

The following listing features DRAWING-compatible programs. Files with DRAWING suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with DRAWING extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening DRAWING files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with DRAWING extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with DRAWING files.

Step 1. Download and install Artboard

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports DRAWING files installed on the system. To address this issue, go to the Artboard developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Artboard website and download the installer.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Artboard

You still cannot access DRAWING files although Artboard is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. If you have an older version of Artboard installed, it may not support DRAWING 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 Artboard.

Step 3. Set the default application to open DRAWING files to Artboard

If you have the latest version of Artboard installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage DRAWING on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the DRAWING file and choose Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Artboard installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open DRAWING files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected DRAWING 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
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with DRAWING extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the DRAWING is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the DRAWING file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

If the DRAWING is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the DRAWING file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

Did you receive the DRAWING 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. It could happen the the download process of file with DRAWING extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

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 Artboard Drawing file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle Artboard

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support DRAWING files. Close all running programs and try opening the DRAWING file.

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 Artboard Drawing file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with DRAWING files affecting older versions of given software.

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