What's the SDA File?

Reporter:   |   Updated: December 28, 2018

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SDA File Summary

File Extension SDA has five unique file types (with the primary being the StarOffice Drawing format) and is mostly associated with Apache OpenOffice (Apache Software Foundation) and six other software programs. These files can be categorized as Vector Image Files, Data Files, or Encrypted Files. In the majority of cases, these files will be Vector Image Files.

File Extension SDA files have been identified on both desktop and mobile devices. They are fully or partially supported by Windows, Mac, and Android. The main SDA file type has a Popularity Rating of "Low", meaning these files are not frequently present on your typical desktop or mobile device.

If you are having problems opening SDA 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
Prevalence
11429
File Rank

/ 11690

Active

Importance

28

December

2018

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Known SDA Files

  5 known file types use this extension

Dominant SDA File Type

.SDA
Formatting:.sda
Category:StarOffice Drawing

SDA file extension may refer to a diagram or drawing file created by a vector graphics drawing program called Apache OpenOffice Draw. Apache OpenOffice Draw is included with the Apache OpenOffice and Oracle's Open Office Suites. The SDA file contains drawn vector objects and also supports raster graphics. It may also be used for storage of organizational charts, network diagrams, flowcharts, or other types of drawings.

Company: Oracle Corporation
Class:Vector Image Files
Entry: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.sda

Software Programs That Open The StarOffice Drawing:


Apache OpenOffice by Apache Software Foundation

Windows
Mac
Android
Linux

LibreOffice by The Document Foundation

Windows
Mac
iOS
Linux

StarOffice by Oracle Corporation

Windows
Mac
Linux
Solaris

More SDA Files

.SDA
Formatting:.sda
Category:OneSpace Designer Assembly File

The SDA file extension may refer to a data file that is related to a program called OneSpace Designer. OneSpace Designer is also known as PTC Creo Elements/Direct. It is a complete direct modeling tool for the Microsoft Windows operating system. The content of this SDA file is mainly assembly data.

Company: Parametric Technology Corporation
Class:Data Files

Software Programs That Open OneSpace Designer Assembly File Files:


OneSpace by Parametric Technology Corporation

Compatible with:

Windows
.SDA
Formatting:.sda
Category:Smart Diary Suite Contacts File

The SDA file extension may refer to a data file related to a journal software called Smart Diary Suite. This journal software works as a personal organizer, a health diary, a secret diary, a health tracker, a nutritional tracker, contacts organizer, schedule software, tasks manager and as a medication reminder. The contacts database is stored in the SDA file.

Company: Programming Sunrise
Class:Data Files

Software Programs That Open Smart Diary Suite Contacts File Files:


Smart Diary Suite by Programming Sunrise

Compatible with:

Windows
.SDA
Formatting:.sda
Category:Pretty Good Privacy (PGP) Encrypted Executable File

The SDA file extension may refer to an encrypted file that is related to a data encryption software called Pretty Good Privacy (PGP). This software is compatible with the Microsoft Windows operating system. An EXE executable file that is encrypted with the PGP is stored in this SDA file.

Company: Symantec Corporation
Class:Encrypted Files

Software Programs That Open Pretty Good Privacy (PGP) Encrypted Executable File Files:


Pretty Good Privacy (PGP) by Symantec Corporation

Compatible with:

Windows
.SDA
Formatting:.sda
Category:SoftCuisine Data Archive File

The SDA file extension may refer to a compressed file that is related to a cooking program called SoftCuisine. It is used for the Microsoft Windows operating system for storage of recipes and ingredients. It is also helpful in menus planning, information storage, and shopping lists creating. SoftCuisine data archive is stored in this SDA file.

Company: MediaWeb
Class:Compressed Files

Software Programs That Open SoftCuisine Data Archive File Files:


SoftCuisine by MediaWeb

Compatible with:

Windows

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SDA Demand


Operating System Rankings

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

Device Used

Desktop (84.34%)
Mobile (14.29%)
Tablet (1.37%)


SDA File Complications


Typical SDA Opening Challenges

Apache OpenOffice Isn't There

If you attempt to load your SDA file, you experience a message such as "Can't Open SDA Files". If so, it typically means that you don't have Apache OpenOffice installed for %%os%%. Your operating system cannot associate your SDA with Apache OpenOffice, so double-clicking the file won't work.


Tip: When you have another program installed that you know will open your SDA, you can select it from the other programs listed (see "Show Apps").


Obsolete Version of Apache OpenOffice

Your StarOffice Drawing file is incompatible with Apache OpenOffice because you might have the wrong version installed. If you do not have the proper version Apache OpenOffice (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: Find clues on the correct software version by right-clicking your SDA file and clicking "Properties".


Summary: In either case, the majority of problems opening SDA files are related to not having the correct software application installed on your computer.


Other SDA File Opening Causes

Errors opening StarOffice Drawing files can still occur even with the latest Apache OpenOffice software installed on your computer. If you're still experiencing problems opening SDA files, there could be other computer problems. These other problems include (listed in order from most to least common):

  • SDA file references in the Windows Registry are broken
  • Unintentional removal of the description of the SDA file inside the Windows Registry
  • Incomplete or bad installation of a software application associated with the SDA format
  • The SDA itself is corrupted
  • The SDA is infected with a virus
  • Hardware associated with SDA has outdated drivers
  • Windows has inadequate resources to open your StarOffice Drawing file

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