Help! I Can’t Open DST Files!

There are many reasons why your DST file might not open on your computer. If you have DST files that don’t open when you double-click it, ask yourself the following questions...

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Do I have the right program?

If you don’t have a program installed on your computer that’s compatible with DST files, you won’t be able to open one. See if you have one of the most common programs associated with DST files listed below.

  • Orchida Embroidery System
  • MicroImages Priroda Lens Correction Photo-grammetric Distortion Values Specification (MicroImages Inc.)
  • AutoCAD Sheet Set File
  • ViPNet Products Encryption Key Set
  • DST Compressed File
  • CubicPlayer file
  • WAIN Data Source DLL
  • C++ Desktop Settings
  • Home Embroidery Format
  • Micrografx Designer Template
  • PC-RDist Distribution File
  • Tajima Embroidery Machine Stitch File

What type of file is it?

When you can’t open DST files, try to figure out the file type. This can help you find the right program to open it. Usually, DST files are considered CAD Files. However, you can look up the file type to be sure. Start by right-clicking the file icon and clicking “Properties” (“More Info” if you’re on a Mac). Then look for the file type under “Type of File” (“Kind” on a Mac).

Can a developer help?

When you can’t open DST files, a software developer might be able to help. The developers for the programs mentioned above are as follows:

Software Developer
Orchida Embroidery System Orchida Soft
MicroImages Priroda Lens Correction Photo-grammetric Distortion Values Specification (MicroImages Inc.) radius/distortion pairs
AutoCAD Sheet Set File Autodesk Inc.
ViPNet Products Encryption Key Set Infotecs
DST Compressed File Microsoft Programmer
CubicPlayer file Unknown
WAIN Data Source DLL Scanner Spec
C++ Desktop Settings Borland Software Corporation
Home Embroidery Format PC Software Company
Micrografx Designer Template Windows Software
PC-RDist Distribution File Pyzzo
Tajima Embroidery Machine Stitch File Microsoft Programmer

Try contacting one of these developers to find out how you can open your DST file.

Can I use a universal file viewer?

A universal file viewer is the way to go when you have DST files that can’t be opened by any other program. Install a universal file viewer like File Magic (Download) and see if it will open your DST file. Remember that if your file is not compatible, the universal file viewer will only open it in binary format.


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