DNG File Description

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DNG File Summary

The DNG File Extension has two different file types (mostly seen as the Digital Negative Image File format) and can be opened with thirteen distinctive software programs, with the dominant related application developed by Macphun (MacPhun ColorStrokes software). The majority of DNG files are considered Camera Raw Files, but they can also be Data Files.

File Extension DNG is supported by Mac, Windows, and iOS operating systems. These types of files can be found on both desktop and mobile devices. These files have a Popularity Rating of "Low", meaning they are not very commonly observed on your average hard disk.

If you are having problems opening DNG files, or would simply like to learn more about the software programs and developers that are associated with them, please see the complete information contained below.

Low
Popular
354
File Rank

/ 11690

Active

State

5

December

2018

Amended

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Varieties of DNG Files

  2 known file types use this extension

Principal DNG Type

.DNG
Formatting:.dng
Category:Digital Negative Image File

Digital Negative. DNG is a publicly available archival format for raw files which are generated by various digital cameras. This format is developed by Adobe Systems.

Programmer: Adobe Systems Incorporated
Function:Camera Raw Files
Key: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.dng

Alternative DNG Types

.DNG
Formatting:.dng
Category:Virtual Dongle Image

DNG file is a Virtual Dongle Image created by programs like Sentinel Dongle Dumper and EdgePro. These files are used by dongle emulators.

Programmer: Soft-Key Solutions
Function:Data Files

Software Programs That Open Virtual Dongle Image Files:


Soft-Key Solutions DongleBackup2012 by Soft-Key Solutions

Compatible with:

Windows

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DNG Demand


Most Popular Operating Systems

Windows 7 (48%)
Windows 10 (42%)
Windows 8.1 (5%)
Windows XP (2%)

OS Popularity

7 (45.73%)
10 (44.56%)
8.1 (5.41%)
XP (2.79%)
8 (0.97%)


Sources of DNG Problems


Issues Opening DNG Files

MacPhun ColorStrokes is Not Installed

When you double-click your DNG file, you may see a dialog box from your operating system stating that it "Cannot Open This File Type". Generally, this is experienced in %%os%% because MacPhun ColorStrokes isn't installed on your PC. You won't be able to double-click to open your DNG because your OS doesn't know what to do with it.


Tip: If you have another software that you know opens DNG files, you can select it by hitting the "Show Apps" button.


MacPhun ColorStrokes Requires Update

It is possible that your version of MacPhun ColorStrokes isn't able to open your Digital Negative Image File file due to incompatibility. If you do not have the proper version MacPhun ColorStrokes (or any of the other programs listed above), you may need to try downloading a different version of it, or one of the other software applications listed above. This problem is most common when you have an older version of the software application, and your file was created by a newer version that it cannot recognize.


Tip: Investigate your DNG file by right-clicking and selecting "Properties" to find clues on what version you need.


Regardless, most of the DNG file opening problems relate to not having the right version of MacPhun ColorStrokes installed.


Additional DNG Opening Issues

Even with the correct version of MacPhun ColorStrokes installed, you can still experience difficulties opening DNGs. If you are continuing to have errors with loading DNG files, other external issues might be to blame. Issues that aren't software-related:

  • DNG file type Registry entries are wrong
  • Mistaken removal of the Windows registry DNG description
  • MacPhun ColorStrokes or another DNG application experienced a flawed installation
  • Your DNG can't be loaded properly (file corruption)
  • Malware-tainted DNG file can't be opened
  • Drivers associated with DNG software need to be updated
  • Windows cannot load your Digital Negative Image File file due to insufficient resources (eg. RAM)

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