XD File Extension

What is XD file?

Files with .XD extension can store website of mobile application templates, or complete projects created using Adobe XD. The Adobe XD Project file is a ZIP package with unique structure designed by the program creators. XD files are used in the form of references by designers or organizations developing software applications.

Contents of .XD Adobe XD Project files

XD files contain project data organized in layers along with related functions. In XD files one can find such objects as:

• images, shapes, Artboard text data, application images or single webpages,
• Guides - guidelines helpful in organizing elements into structured documents,
• layers section Layers for structuring workspace, similar to other Adobe programs.

Adobe XD along with Creative Cloud is commonly used for designing websites and and other software applications.

How can I recover a corrupted Adobe XD file?

XD backup copies are created by the application automatically, so in case a project source file becomes damaged associated backup copy can be used to recover the data. XD backup copies can also be stored in a cloud storage. Should no backup copy be found, user can try a different method to recover the data. As XD are plain ZIP archives, it is sometimes possible to open the archive using third-party tools if the application reports errors. Such tools may also point the archive part that is damaged.

Programs which support XD file extension

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

Updated: 04/08/2023

How to open file with XD extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening XD files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with XD 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 XD files.

Step 1. Install Adobe XD software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening XD files is that no program that can handle XD files is installed on user’s system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Adobe XD. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support XD files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download Adobe XD installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Adobe Systems Incorporated website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Adobe XD

If you already have Adobe XD installed on your systems and XD 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 Adobe XD installed, it may not support XD format. The most recent version of Adobe XD is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open XD files to Adobe XD

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate XD files with latest version of Adobe XD you have installed 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 XD file and choose 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 Adobe XD is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open XD files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected XD file open the file menu and choose Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select Adobe XD and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with XD extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the XD is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the XD file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

If the XD is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the XD file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the XD file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

If you obtained the problematic XD 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 XD extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

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. 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 Adobe XD

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Adobe XD Project Format 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 XD files.

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