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I cannot open a DST file. What should I do? Help!

Virtually anyone has encountered some problems with opening unknown files while working on a computer. It can be very frustrating. Yet such problems, not only with DST files, can be addressed in a standard way. Follow the steps below and we can guarantee that your problem with opening DST will be resolved!

  1. 1. DST File Extension
  2. 2. What is a(n) DST file?
  3. 3. How to open DST file?
    1. 3.1 Download and install application that supports DST files
      1. 3.1.1 Programs that support DST files
    2. 3.2 Verify whether DST files are associated with appropriate software
    3. 3.3 Check DST file for other errors
  4. 4. Similar file extensions

DST File Extension

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  • File type Tajima Embroidery Format
  • File developer Tajima Group
  • File category CAD Files
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What is a(n) DST file?

The .CAD file type with the .DTS extension is characteristic of software that allows you to control a sewing and embroidery machine. The file stores machine commands, including stop, jump, and crop tasks.

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How to open DST file?

If given user account does not have necessary permissions to open files with DST extension, it is highly probable that no program that supports given files is installed on the users’ system. Below is a list of actions user should pursue in order to resolve most common problems.

Step 1. Download and install application that supports DST files

After the application has been installed, the system should automatically open DST files with given application. Below is the list of relevant programs along with operating systems they are available for:

Programs that support DST files

Windows programs
Windows
MAC OS programs
MAC OS

Step 2. Verify whether DST files are associated with appropriate software

It is possible that an application that supports DST files is not associated with such files. In such case, the program should by manually associated with DST files (right-click on the file icon → Properties → General Tab → In submenu "Open with" and click on "Change" button. System will display a list of suggested programs that support DST files. Choose the application by checking the box "Always use the selected application to open this kind of files". System will store this information in its registry and use it to open DST files with the selected program.

Changing DST file association in registry

File association for DST files can be edited manually by editing appropriate entry in Windows System Registry. However, it is discouraged as it may introduce errors to registry if not done properly and may even damage the system.

Step 3. Check DST file for other errors

  • DST file was not copied properly from storage medium.
  • Antivirus application prevents opening DST files. In that case it is recommended to exercise extreme caution and recover or delete infected DST file. It is also advised to scan the entire system for malicious software and viruses with antivirus software.
  • For DST files downloaded from the internet it is advised to check if the file has been downloaded completely and is not corrupted. If not, the file should be re-downloaded.

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