SDD File Extension

What is SDD file?

SDD filename suffix is mostly used for StarOffice Presentation files. Oracle defined the StarOffice Presentation format standard. SDD files are supported by software applications available for devices running Linux, Mac OS, Windows. SDD file format, along with 1326 other file formats, belongs to the Data Files category. Users are advised to use Apache OpenOffice software for managing SDD files, although 7 other programs can also handle this type of file. Software named Apache OpenOffice was created by Apache Software Foundation. In order to find more detailed information on the software and SDD files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support SDD file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open SDD files divided into 3 categories according to system platform supported. SDD 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 SDD extension?

Being unable to open files with SDD extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to StarOffice Presentation files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install Apache OpenOffice software

Problems with opening and working with SDD files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with SDD files being present on your machine. The most obvious solution is to download and install Apache OpenOffice or one to the listed programs: LibreOffice, NeoOffice, StarOffice. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading Apache OpenOffice installed is by going to developer’s website (Apache Software Foundation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update Apache OpenOffice to the latest version

If you already have Apache OpenOffice installed on your systems and SDD files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that Apache OpenOffice cannot handle files with SDD may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Apache OpenOffice.

Step 3. Associate StarOffice Presentation files with Apache OpenOffice

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

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Right-click the SDD file and choose Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Apache OpenOffice is installed, check the Always use this app to open SDD files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the SDD file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select Apache OpenOffice and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with SDD extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the SDD is not faulty

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 SDD file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. The SDD may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

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

2. Ensure the file with SDD extension is complete and error-free

Did you receive the SDD file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. When downloading the file with SDD extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

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

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the StarOffice Presentation file again.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Apache OpenOffice

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support SDD files. Close all running programs and try opening the SDD file.

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with StarOffice Presentation files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the SDD files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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