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Issue: You Can't Open SDA Files
You might've double-clicked on the file, to be greeted with the "Choose a program to open the file" message. In some cases, you might be able to open the file, but the contents may seem garbled and that's because it was written to be opened in a specific program. Of course, you can't open a SDA file with just any software. Not to worry - we have you covered!
Step 1: Find Out Which Software Uses SDA Files
Opening your SDA file starts with understanding which software uses a SDA extension. In many cases, different types of software may use the same file extensions, also known as file associations.
OpenOffice.org Drawing, StarOffice Drawing, and Software Distribution Network File Archive Description are the most popular software packages that use SDA files. Therefore, your best bet would be to download one of these software packages and use one of them to open your file.
Zipped files tend to require special handling and may require password access. Contact the file owner or the person who gave you the file for the password and unzip the file before attempting to open the contents.
Step 2: Learning More About SDA "File Type"
If you can't download OpenOffice.org Drawing, StarOffice Drawing, or Software Distribution Network File Archive Description software, or if they don't work to open your SDA file, you may be able to use the file type as a clue to finding out how you can open it. Using a Windows PC, you can right-click and navigate to "Properties" and then to "Type of file". On a Mac, select "More info" and "Kind".
Most likely, you will find that SDA files are considered Vector Image Files. Because many programs packages utilize Vector Image Files, you might be able to find a program on your computer that handles those types of files.
If that still does not work, you may have to contact the associated software developer to find out how to open it. Unless you know the specific developer, you could contact one of these developers for assistance.
Please see our chart below of software titles and their developers:
| Software | Developer |
|---|---|
| OpenOffice.org Drawing | OpenOffice.org |
| StarOffice Drawing | Sun |
| Software Distribution Network File Archive Description | Microsoft Developer |
| SoftCuisine Data Archive | Microsoft Developer |
| Pretty Good Privacy Encrypted Executable (PGP Corporation) | PGP |
| Fidonet Software Distribution Network Archive Description | Windows Software |
| Smart Diary Suite Contacts | Programming Sunrise |
| OneSpace Designer Assembly | CoCreate |
Solution: Use File Magic to Open Your SDA File
Although some files must be opened in binary file format (ie. in the program or device for which it was developed), you might be able to open it with a universal software viewer. Depending on the exact file format, you could use a universal software viewer such as File Magic [download] to open your SDA file. Download File Magic today to open your SDA files and hundreds of other file types with one program.
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