File Extension 5D

Author:   |   Revised: November 26, 2018

Microsoft Silver

5D File Summary

The 5D File Extension has one primary file type, Microsoft Works File format, and can be opened with Microsoft Works released by Microsoft Corporation. 5D files are categorized ordinarily as Database Files.

Both desktop and mobile devices enable you to view and (sometimes) edit these files, depending on the software used. The main 5D 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 5D 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
10637
Rank

/ 11690

Obsolete

File Status

26

November

2018

Updated

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Sorts of 5D Files


Main 5D Affiliation

.5D
File Ext:.5d
Classification:Microsoft Works File

This file extension is associated with Microsoft Works, a discontinued office suite produced by Microsoft.

Programmer: Microsoft Corporation
Function:Database Files
Key: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.5d

Software Programs That Open The Microsoft Works File:


Microsoft Works by Microsoft Corporation

Windows
Mac

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5D Usage


Browser Popularity

Chrome (58.80%)
Firefox (11.05%)
Internet Explorer (9.04%)
Edge (8.46%)
Safari (3.87%)


Sources of 5D Problems


Typical 5D Opening Challenges

Microsoft Works Removed

You encounter an error message such as "%%os%% Can't Open 5D Files" when trying to open your 5D. Generally, this is experienced in %%os%% because Microsoft Works isn't installed on your PC. Because your operating system doesn't know what to do with this file, you won't be able to open it by double-clicking.


Tip: If you know of another program that can open your 5D file, you can try opening it by selecting the application from the programs listed.


Outdated Microsoft Works

Your Microsoft Works File file is incompatible with Microsoft Works because you might have the wrong version installed. If you've got the wrong version of Microsoft Works installed, you'll need to install the correct version. Your Microsoft Works File file was probably created by a newer release of Microsoft Works than what's currently installed your computer.


Tip: Investigate your 5D file by right-clicking and selecting "Properties" to find clues on what version you need.


Primarily, problems experienced when opening 5D files are due to having the incorrect version of Microsoft Works installed on your computer.


Other Causes of 5D File Opening Problems

In the majority of cases, installing the right version of Microsoft Works will resolve your issue. If you are continuing to have errors with loading 5D files, other external issues might be to blame. Additional factors include:

  • 5D file type Registry entries are wrong
  • Accidental deletion of the description of the 5D file in the Windows registry
  • Invalid installation of a 5D-associated program (eg. Microsoft Works)
  • Something has caused file corruption of your 5D
  • 5D file integrity has been compromised by malware
  • Device drivers of the hardware associated with your 5D file are corrupt or out-of-date
  • Your PC doesn’t have enough available resources to open the Microsoft Works File file

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