DSYM File Extension

What is DSYM file?

DSYM filename suffix is mostly used for ArchiCAD For MAC Geometric Description Language Format files. Graphisoft defined the ArchiCAD For MAC Geometric Description Language Format format standard. Files with DSYM extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. DSYM file format, along with 1305 other file formats, belongs to the Settings Files category. ArchiCAD is by far the most used program for working with DSYM files. ArchiCAD software was developed by Graphisoft, and on its official website you may find more information about DSYM files or the ArchiCAD software program.

Programs which support DSYM file extension

Programs that can handle DSYM files are as follows. Files with DSYM extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

How to open file with DSYM extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening DSYM files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to ArchiCAD For MAC Geometric Description Language Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install ArchiCAD software

Problems with opening and working with DSYM files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with DSYM files being present on your machine. To address this issue, go to the ArchiCAD developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy 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 ArchiCAD website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of ArchiCAD and update if needed

If the problems with opening DSYM files still occur even after installing ArchiCAD, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of ArchiCAD is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. The reason that ArchiCAD cannot handle files with DSYM may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of ArchiCAD is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate ArchiCAD For MAC Geometric Description Language Format files with ArchiCAD

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate DSYM files with latest version of ArchiCAD you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the DSYM with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the ArchiCAD installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open DSYM files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with DSYM extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• 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 DSYM extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the DSYM is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the DSYM file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the DSYM file hinders attempts to open it. 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 DSYM 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 DSYM 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 DSYM 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. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the ArchiCAD For MAC Geometric Description Language Format file.

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

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with DSYM extension. In this case close the other applications.

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 ArchiCAD For MAC Geometric Description Language Format file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with DSYM files affecting older versions of given software.

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