Tips for Opening ASD Files

When you need to open ASD files, start by double-clicking it. Your computer will try to open it automatically. If that doesn’t work, try the following tips.


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1. Download another program.

Different file extensions work with different programs, and it can be difficult to figure out which program opens which files. Here are a few programs that usually work with ASD files:

  • Word Automatic Backup
  • Astound Presentation
  • Alphacam Stone Drawing
  • Lotus Screen Driver
  • Origins Embroidery Design
  • Advanced Streaming Format Description
  • Live Audio Analysis File
  • ASD Archiver Compressed Archive

You can download one of these programs from the software developer’s website.

2. Look at the file type.

The file type can sometimes tell you which program might open the file. If you have ASD files, they are most likely types of Audio Files. A program that works with Audio Files should open ASD files.

Don’t know the file type? You can find it by right-clicking the file and selecting “Properties” or “More Info.” The file type will be listed under “Type of File” or “Kind”.

3. Check with the software developer.

Try contacting the developer of one of the programs mentioned above. They can help you figure out why your ASD file won’t open. Some of the most common developers are listed below.

Software Developer
Word Automatic Backup Microsoft Corporation
Astound Presentation Windows Software
Alphacam Stone Drawing Planit
Lotus Screen Driver IBM
Origins Embroidery Design Origins Software Technologies Inc.
Advanced Streaming Format Description Microsoft Corporation
Live Audio Analysis File Ableton AG
ASD Archiver Compressed Archive Microsoft Programmer

4. Install a universal file viewer.

Universal file viewers can open many different types of files, depending on the format. If your ASD file won’t open, try installing a universal file viewer like File Magic (Download). Some files aren’t compatible with universal file viewers. These files will only open in binary file format.


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