DES File Extension

What is DES file?

Full format name of files that use DES extension is Corel Designer Format. Corel Designer Format specification was created by Corel. DES file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. DES file format, along with 622 other file formats, belongs to the 3D Image Files category. The most popular program for handling DES files is Corel DESIGNER, but users can choose among 1 different programs that support this file format.

Programs which support DES file extension

The following listing features DES-compatible programs. DES 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 DES extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening DES files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Corel Designer Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with DES files.

Step 1. Get the Corel DESIGNER

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports DES files installed on the system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing Corel DESIGNER or different compatible program, such as CorelDRAW. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Corel DESIGNER website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of Corel DESIGNER and update if needed

If you already have Corel DESIGNER installed on your systems and DES 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. This can be one of the causes why DES files are not compatible with Corel DESIGNER. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Corel DESIGNER.

Step 3. Set the default application to open DES files to Corel DESIGNER

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate DES files with latest version of Corel DESIGNER you have installed on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the DES file and choose Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Corel DESIGNER is installed, check the Always use this app to open DES files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected DES file open the file menu and choose Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with DES extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the DES is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the DES file is valid. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

If the DES is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the scanner detected that the DES file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the DES 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. When downloading the file with DES extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Corel Designer Format file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Corel DESIGNER

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

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Corel Designer 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 DES files.

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