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DSD File Extension

The DSD file extension was created by Autodesk and is also known as the AutoCAD Drawing Set Description File. DSD is classified as a Settings Files and You can open and render the contents of this file in a Text Editor. You can open DSD files in Autodesk AutoCAD program.

AutoCAD Drawing Set Description File Type

AutoCAD Drawing Set Description File Type
Extension .dsd
Developer Autodesk
Popularity 5.0 (64 Votes)
Mime Type mime-type/not.available
Default Program Autodesk AutoCAD
Category Settings Files
Format Text
Updated 7/1/2025

What is a DSD File Type?

The DSD files store dialog box selections for the release process used by the PUBLISH command. When reading d' a DSD file, the release process fills the dialog box automatically with preselected selections registered-so that no interaction with l' user n'is necessary.

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DSD Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the AutoCAD Drawing Set Description File .DSD File Extensions while opening the .DSD files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open DSD Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for AutoCAD Drawing Set Description File on your system such as Autodesk AutoCAD.
  2. Associate default Autodesk Autodesk AutoCAD program for *.dsd (AutoCAD Drawing Set Description File) files.

    Associate DSD Default Program on Windows
    1. Right-click a *.DSD (e.g example.dsd) file and click Open With.
    2. In the Open with dialog box, click Autodesk Autodesk AutoCAD program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
    3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .dsd files.

    Associate DSD Default Program on MacOs
    1. Click *.DSD (e.g example.dsd) file and click information -> Open With.
    2. In the programs list, click Autodesk Autodesk AutoCAD program Or other appropriate program that you want.
    3. Confirm Change for all... and Contine.
    4. A message will appear "This change will be applied to all files with .Autodesk AutoCAD extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection", click Contine to apply changes.

All Platform Software Programs for DSD File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the DSD files on each platforms such as Windows, Mac, iOS, Linux, Web and Android, you may click the each software link for more details for other supported formats for each software and the verified direct download links for each software with complete lisensing details.

Microsoft Windows logo image Open DSD File on Windows

Software License Developer
Autodesk AutoCAD image. Autodesk AutoCAD 2020 for Windows Commercial Autodesk
DAZ 3D DAZ Studio image. DAZ 3D DAZ Studio 4 for Windows Freeware DAZ 3D

MacOs logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen DSD File on Mac OS

Software License Developer
Autodesk AutoCAD image. Autodesk AutoCAD 2020 for MacOs Commercial Autodesk
DAZ 3D DAZ Studio image. DAZ 3D DAZ Studio 4 for MacOs Freeware DAZ 3D

Linux logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen DSD file on Linux

Software License Developer

Website logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen DSD file on Web

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About Licensing

  1. Free Trial This software are often used for an attempt period, like 14 days, before requiring payment. Some trial versions have a reduced feature set.
  2. Free This software is liberal to use. Examples include open-source , freeware software, like free programs supported by advertising.
  3. Free+ This software is liberal to download and use, but contains in-app purchases (IAP) to unlock additional content or functionality.
  4. Paid This software must be purchased so as to use it. it's going to be offered as a perpetual license or ongoing subscription.
  5. Included with OS This software is bundled with an OS , like Windows, macOS, or Android.

DSD file extension icon image.About DSD - AutoCAD Drawing Set Description File

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Updated 7/1/2025