CDT File Extension

What is CDT file?

CDT filename suffix is mostly used for CorelDRAW Image Template files. CorelDRAW Image Template specification was created by Corel. Files with CDT extension may be used by programs distributed for Linux, Mac OS, Windows platform. CDT file format, along with 1305 other file formats, belongs to the Settings Files category. Users are advised to use WordPerfect Office software for managing CDT files, although 6 other programs can also handle this type of file. WordPerfect Office software was developed by Corel Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about CDT files or the WordPerfect Office software program.

Programs which support CDT file extension

The list that follows enumerates programs compatible with CDT files, divided into 3 categories based on operating system on which they are available. Files with CDT 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 CDT extension?

Problems with accessing CDT may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with CDT files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Get the WordPerfect Office

Problems with opening and working with CDT files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with CDT files being present on your machine. This one is an easy one. Select WordPerfect Office or one of the recommended programs (for example, CorelDRAW, Inkscape, Corel Presentations) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support CDT files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit WordPerfect Office website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of WordPerfect Office and update if needed

If you already have WordPerfect Office installed on your systems and CDT files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. This can be one of the causes why CDT files are not compatible with WordPerfect Office. The most recent version of WordPerfect Office is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate CorelDRAW Image Template files with WordPerfect Office

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

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the CDT with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where WordPerfect Office is installed, check the Always use this app to open CDT files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with CDT extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select WordPerfect Office and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with CDT extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Ensure that the CDT file is complete and free of errors

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper CDT file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the CDT file for viruses or malware

If the CDT is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the CDT file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the CDT file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the CDT file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. 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 CDT extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

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

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the CorelDRAW Image Template file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle WordPerfect Office

If the systems has insufficient resources to open CDT files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with CorelDRAW Image Template file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with CDT files affecting older versions of given software.

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