How to open CDD files on your device
If an error occurs when you try to open CDD file on your device, you should do two things – install appropriate software and associate CDD files with this software. If this does not solve the problem, then the cause may be different – you will find more details in this article.
CDD File Extension
- File type ConceptDraw PRO Document
- File developer Computer Systems Odessa
- File category Vector Image Files
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What is a(n) CDD file?
The CDD (ConceptDraw PRO Document) file format is a proprietary graphic document format used by the ConceptDraw PRO line of vector drawing programs. The CDD files are mainly used for creating charts, diagrams, maps, and other images representing structured or organized information. Such documents typically contain complex illustrations made up of vector objects, grouped shapes with text labels, and may also include imported images.
CDD documents can be exported to various standard graphic formats so that they can be shared with PC and Mac users who don't have ConceptDraw PRO. Additionally, developers can also access the content of a CDD file via a special SDK.
How to open CDD file?
There can be various causes of problems that can arise when opening opening .CDD files. Each problem requires a different approach, but most can be solved by following he instructions below.
Step 1. Install a program that supports CDD files
In order to open CDD file an appropriate program that supports this file format must be installed on the system. Below is the list of programs that support files with CDD extension.
Programs that can open CDD files
Download installer for given application and launch it. After the installation has been completed, CDD files should be opened with installed application by default next time you try to open this type of file.
Remember!
Not all listed applications will be capable of performing all operations on CDD files. Some applications may only be capable of opening such file and viewing its contents while the purpose of others may be converting files to other file formats. Therefore you should check beforehand the capabilities of applications in relation to CDD files.
Step 2. Associate given software with CDD files
A situation can arise where user has an appropriate application supporting CDD files installed on their system, but such application is not associated with this type of files. In order to associate given application with CDD files user should open a file submenu by right-clicking the file icon and selecting "Open with" option. System will display a list of suggested programs that can be used to open CDD files. Select appropriate option and check "Always use selected application to open this kind of files". System will save this information from now on use selected program to open CDD files.
Step 3. Check whether no other errors related to CDD files occur
When the above-mentioned solutions fail, other options must be pursued. It is possible that the CDD file in question is corrupted or damage. The most common causes of file damage are:
- File with CDD extension is incomplete (for example, file has not been downloaded completely from the internet or not copied properly from source)
- File data is corrupted
- Damaged or corrupted storage medium on which the CDD file is stored
- File icon does not represent the original file but is only a shortcut to the location where the CDD file was saved and then deleted
- User account is not privileged to perform operations on CDD files. In that case it is advised to contact the system administrator or an IT expert
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