SDR File Extension

What is SDR file?

SDR is a image file created by SmartDraw. SDR is a bitmap image file. SDR files typically store dagrams or design plans. SmartDraw offers many predefined templates and examples, so user can easily create professional-grade presentations. The program also offers import function that supports file generated for example by Microsoft Visio. Created images can also be exported into formats used by Microsoft Office.

Additional functions

The main advantage of SmartDraw is that it offers broad selection of templates and example diagrams ready for visualization. Beside that, the program supports exporting to PDF for better compatibility with other similar applications and support Google tools. This last function is especially useful when using cloud services for sharing SDR files.

Programs which support SDR file extension

Programs that can handle SDR files are as follows. Files with SDR suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

Updated: 01/16/2024

How to open file with SDR extension?

Problems with accessing SDR may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with SDR files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Get the SmartDraw

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports SDR files installed on the system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install SmartDraw. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download SmartDraw installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit SmartDraw, LLC website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of SmartDraw

If the problems with opening SDR files still occur even after installing SmartDraw, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software.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 The reason that SmartDraw cannot handle files with SDR may be that the software is outdated.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

Step 3. Set the default application to open SDR files to SmartDraw

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

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the SDR 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 SmartDraw is installed, check the Always use this app to open SDR files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected SDR file open the file menu and choose Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with SDR extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

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

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the SDR file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the SDR 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 SDR file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

Did you receive the SDR file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. When downloading the file with SDR 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

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

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

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

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 SmartDraw Drawing file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with SDR files affecting older versions of given software.

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