File Extension CSD

By:   |   Edited: November 26, 2018

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CSD File Summary

There are four file types associated with the CSD File Extension, with the most widely-observed being the Steam Game Data Backup File format. According to our database, four distinct software programs (conventionally, Steam developed by Valve) will enable you to view these files. CSD files are categorized ordinarily as Game Files. Other file types can be 3D Image Files or Page Layout Files.

We have found CSD files on the Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems. They are both mobile and desktop device friendly. These files have a Popularity Rating of "Low", meaning they are not very commonly observed on your average hard disk.

If you would like to learn more about CSD files and the software that opens them, please see the additional detailed information below. Also, you can learn how to do some basic CSD file troubleshooting if you are having trouble opening these files.

Low
Popularity
330
Ranking

/ 11690

Active

Status

26

November

2018

Revised

FileViewPro Opens CSD Files

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Varieties of CSD Files

  4 known file types use this extension

Leading CSD Type

.CSD
Formatting:.csd
Classification:Steam Game Data Backup File

CSD is a backup file used mainly to backup games developed by Valve to DVDs or other external media. CSD files are created by Steam, an application used to download and manage Valve video games.

Programmer: Valve
File Category:Game Files
Key: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.csd

Software Programs That Open The Steam Game Data Backup File:


Steam by Valve

Windows
Mac
Linux

Other CSD File Associations

.CSD
Formatting:.csd
Classification:Manga Studio Scene File

Manga Studio Scene File is a 3D scene created with the 3D Sketch component of Manga Studio comic book design software.

Programmer: CELSYS
File Category:3D Image Files

Software Programs That Open Manga Studio Scene File Files:


CELSYS Clip Studio Paint Pro by CELSYS

Compatible with:

Windows
Mac
.CSD
Formatting:.csd
Classification:Compact Shared Document

Compact Shared Document is an electronic document format used for storing converted image and text file in a standard format; saves documents in a compressed format up to 10 times smaller than the original

Programmer: Open Source
File Category:Page Layout Files

Software Programs That Open Compact Shared Document Files:


Dream To Reality CSD Reader by Open Source

Compatible with:

Windows
.CSD
Formatting:.csd
Classification:SharePoint Server Temporary Data

CSD file is a temporary data file used by Microsoft SharePoint Server. These files created during the backup process.

Programmer: Microsoft Corporation
File Category:Data Files

Software Programs That Open SharePoint Server Temporary Data Files:


Microsoft SharePoint Server by Microsoft Corporation

Compatible with:

Windows

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CSD Demand


OS Popularity

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


CSD Troubleshooting


Frequent CSD Opening Issues

Steam Removed

When you double-click your CSD file, you may see a dialog box from your operating system stating that it "Cannot Open This File Type". Customarily, this means that Steam is not installed on %%os%%. The typical path of opening your CSD with a double-click won't work because %%os%% cannot make the program connection.


Tip: Another CSD-related program can be selected to open the file by clicking "Show Apps" and finding the application.


Outdated Steam

Occasionally, you might have an outdated version of Steam installed that's incompatible with your Steam Game Data Backup File type. Download the latest Steam version from the Valve website to ensure you have the correct one installed. 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: Sometimes you can get a clue about the version of CSD file you have by right clicking on the file, then clicking on "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac OSX).


Summary: Not having the right Steam version on your computer can cause problems opening CSD files.


Other CSD File Opening Causes

In the majority of cases, installing the right version of Steam will resolve your issue. If you are still having problems opening CSD files, there may be other issues that are preventing you from opening these files. Problems unrelated to software:

  • Corrupt Windows Registry file path references for CSD
  • Deletion of the CSD file description from the Registry by mistake
  • Corrupt install of Steam or other CSD-related program
  • Your CSD can't be loaded properly (file corruption)
  • CSD file integrity has been compromised by malware
  • Hardware related to CSDs has device driver corruption
  • Your PC doesn’t have enough available resources to open the Steam Game Data Backup File file

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