What is the DEV File Extension?

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DEV File Summary

Our most recent information indicates that DEV files are associated with three unique file types (the most prevalent being the Dev-C++ Project File format) and can be viewed primarily with Dev-C++, including three other known software applications (listed below). These files can be categorized as Developer Files, System Files, or Data Files. In the majority of cases, these files will be Developer Files.

The DEV File Extension can be viewed on the Windows, Mac, and iPhone OS operating systems. They are supported 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.

Interested to learn more about the DEV File Extension? We encourage you to view the detailed file information below to learn about the software that opens DEV files, and other troubleshooting tips.

Low
Demand
4489
File Rank

/ 11690

Active

State

5

December

2018

Amended

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Varieties of DEV Files

  3 known file types use this extension

Main DEV Affiliation

.DEV
File Format:.dev
Category:Dev-C++ Project File

Project file written in Dev-C++, an open source full-featured Integrated Development Environment (IDE) for the C/C++ programming language.

Author: Bloodshed Software
Function:Developer Files
Key: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.dev

Software Programs That Open The Dev-C++ Project File:


Dev-C++ by Bloodshed Software

Windows

Additional DEV Files

.DEV
File Format:.dev
Category:Windows Device Driver File

System file saved device information file used for connecting certain hardware devices with Windows operating system. DEV files installed using the software CD included with the hardware

Author: Parallels
Function:System Files

Software Programs That Open Windows Device Driver File Files:


Microsoft Windows by Microsoft Corporation

Compatible with:

Windows

Parallels Desktop for Mac by Parallels

Compatible with:

Mac
.DEV
File Format:.dev
Category:E-Sword Devotional File

Devotional file used by e-Sword, an application used to study Christian Bible. DEV file contains daily readings for one year.

Author: Rick Meyers
Function:Data Files

Software Programs That Open E-Sword Devotional File Files:


e-Sword by Rick Meyers

Compatible with:

Windows
Mac
iPhone OS

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DEV Popularity


Popular OS Rank

Windows (97.14%)
Macintosh (2.06%)
Linux (0.73%)
Chrome (0.05%)
Other (0.01%)


Understanding DEV Issues


Typical DEV Opening Challenges

Dev-C++ Isn't There

When you double-click your DEV file, you may see a dialog box from your operating system stating that it "Cannot Open This File Type". Usually, this is because you do not have Dev-C++ for %%os%% installed. The typical path of opening your DEV with a double-click won't work because %%os%% cannot make the program connection.


Tip: When another DEV application is installed, you can choose to open it by selecting "Show Apps" and using that program.


Obsolete Version of Dev-C++

Sometimes your installed version of Dev-C++ won't support your Dev-C++ Project File file. Download the latest Dev-C++ version from the Bloodshed Software website to ensure you have the correct one installed. This issue mainly occurs when your Dev-C++ Project File file was created by a newer version of Dev-C++ than you have on your PC.


Tip: Find clues on the correct software version by right-clicking your DEV file and clicking "Properties".


Regardless, most of the DEV file opening problems relate to not having the right version of Dev-C++ installed.


Other Causes of DEV File Opening Problems

Even with the correct version of Dev-C++ installed, you can still experience difficulties opening DEVs. If you are still having problems opening DEV files, there may be other issues that are preventing you from opening these files. These other problems include (listed in order from most to least common):

  • File references in the Windows Registry for DEV are wrong
  • Corruption of the DEV file description inside the Registry
  • Dev-C++ or another DEV application experienced a flawed installation
  • The DEV itself is corrupted
  • DEV file integrity has been compromised by malware
  • Hardware associated with DEV has outdated drivers
  • Your PC doesn’t have enough available resources to open the Dev-C++ Project File file

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