DST File Type

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DST File Summary

The DST File Extension has five different file types (mostly seen as the AutoCAD Sheet Set File format) and can be opened with nine distinctive software programs, with the dominant related application developed by Autodesk, Inc. (Autodesk AutoCAD Ecscad software). Generally, these files are considered CAD Files, but they can also be Game Files or Settings Files.

Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems can be used to view DST files. Both desktop and mobile devices enable you to view and (sometimes) edit these files, depending on the software used. DST files have a "Low" Popularity Rating; this means that they are not present on most devices.

If you are having problems opening DST 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
File Type Popularity
30
Rank

/ 11690

Active

File Status

26

November

2018

Edited

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DST Types

  5 known file types use this extension

Main DST Affiliation

.DST
File Name:.dst
Type:AutoCAD Sheet Set File

AutoCAD Sheet Set File is a drawing sheet file. It is used as the deliverable format for designs that have been drafted or completed.

Organization: Autodesk, Inc.
Group:CAD Files
Key: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.dst

Software Programs That Open The AutoCAD Sheet Set File:


Autodesk AutoCAD Ecscad by Autodesk, Inc.

Windows

Alternative DST Types

.DST
File Name:.dst
Type:Tajima Embroidery Format
.DST
File Name:.dst
Type:DeSmuME Save State
.DST
File Name:.dst
Type:Micrografx Designer Template File
.DST
File Name:.dst
Type:C++ Desktop Settings

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DST Demand


OS Rank

WindowsMacintoshLinuxChromeOtherWindows: 97%Macintosh: 2%Linux: 1%Chrome: 0%Other: 0%
Windows (97.14%)
Macintosh (2.06%)
Linux (0.73%)
Chrome (0.05%)
Other (0.01%)

Popular Mobile Brands

SamsungAppleHuaweiXiaomiLGSamsung: 41%Apple: 31%Huawei: 13%Xiaomi: 10%LG: 4%
Samsung (28.86%)
Apple (21.83%)
Huawei (9.25%)
Xiaomi (6.74%)
LG (3.11%)


Troubleshooting Problems Opening DST Files


Typical DST Opening Challenges

Missing Autodesk AutoCAD Ecscad

You attempt to load your DST file and get an error such as "- Can't Open The DST File Extension". Customarily, this means that Autodesk AutoCAD Ecscad is not installed on - . The typical path of opening your DST with a double-click won't work because - cannot make the program connection.


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


Autodesk AutoCAD Ecscad Requires Update

In some cases, you might have a newer (or older) version of a AutoCAD Sheet Set File file that is unsupported by your installed application version. If you've got the wrong version of Autodesk AutoCAD Ecscad installed, you'll need to install the correct version. This problem is predominately due to having a AutoCAD Sheet Set File file version that was created by a newer version of Autodesk AutoCAD Ecscad than what you have installed on your PC.


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


Primarily, problems experienced when opening DST files are due to having the incorrect version of Autodesk AutoCAD Ecscad installed on your computer.


Additional DST Opening Issues

Assuming you have the right Autodesk AutoCAD Ecscad version installed, other problems can prevent you from opening DST files. Other DST opening errors can be created by other system problems inside of - . These issues include:

  • Invalid DST file references in the Windows Registry (the "phonebook" of the Windows Operating System)
  • Corruption of the DST file description inside the Registry
  • Corrupt install of Autodesk AutoCAD Ecscad or other DST-related program
  • File corruption affecting your DST file
  • Malware-tainted DST file can't be opened
  • Hardware associated with DST has outdated drivers
  • Your computer does not have the adequate system resources to open the AutoCAD Sheet Set File format

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