CPDT File Extension

What is CPDT file?

Full format name of files that use CPDT extension is Adobe Captivate Design Template. Adobe Captivate Design Template specification was created by Adobe Systems Incorporated. CPDT files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. CPDT file belongs to the Document Files category just like 574 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular software that supports CPDT files is Adobe Captivate. On the official website of Adobe Systems Incorporated developer not only will you find detailed information about theAdobe Captivate software, but also about CPDT and other supported file formats.

Programs which support CPDT file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support CPDT files. CPDT files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with CPDT extension?

Being unable to open files with CPDT extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with CPDT 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 Adobe Captivate

Problems with opening and working with CPDT files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with CPDT files being present on your machine. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Adobe Captivate. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support CPDT files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading Adobe Captivate installed is by going to developer’s website (Adobe Systems Incorporated) and downloading the software using provided links.

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

If the problems with opening CPDT files still occur even after installing Adobe Captivate, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Adobe Captivate is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. This can be one of the causes why CPDT files are not compatible with Adobe Captivate. The latest version of Adobe Captivate should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Adobe Captivate to CPDT files

After installing Adobe Captivate (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open CPDT files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the CPDT file and choose 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 Adobe Captivate is installed, check the Always use this app to open CPDT files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the CPDT file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with CPDT extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the CPDT 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 CPDT file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

Should it happed that the CPDT is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the CPDT file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. CPDT file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

Did you receive the CPDT 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. If the CPDT file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

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

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Adobe Captivate Design Template file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Adobe Captivate

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

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

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

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