What's the EXD File?

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EXD File Summary

Most EXD files can be viewed with four known software applications, typically Microsoft Excel developed by Microsoft Corporation. and associated with the Control Information Cache File format as it's primary file type. Generally, these files are considered Uncommon Files.

EXD files are found on both mobile and desktop platforms and can be opened using Windows, Mac, and iOS operating systems. With a Popularity Rating of "Low", these files are not very common to your average computer user.

Although there is a lot more to know about EXD files, those are the most important details of these types of files. If you are having trouble opening these files, or would like more detailed information, please see our comprehensive information below.

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Known EXD Files


Principal EXD Type

.EXD
Extension:.exd
File Type:Control Information Cache File

The EXD file stores cached information about a control that has been inserted into a Microsoft Office document.The EXD file allows additional controls to be added in less time; in Microsoft Office 2000.EXD files are created when a user inserts an ActiveX control into a document using the Control Toolbox in a Microsoft Office program.

Developer: Microsoft Corporation
Kind:Uncommon Files
Folder: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.exd

Software Programs That Open The Control Information Cache File:


Microsoft Excel by Microsoft Corporation

Windows
Mac
iOS
Android

Microsoft Visual Studio by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

Microsoft Word by Microsoft Corporation

Windows
Mac

Microsoft PowerPoint by Microsoft Corporation

Windows
Mac
iOS
Android

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EXD Requests


Popular Devices

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


EXD File Complications


Typical EXD Opening Challenges

Microsoft Excel Not Present

Double-clicking your EXD file prompts the message "%%os%% Can't Open EXD File". Generally, this is experienced in %%os%% because Microsoft Excel isn't installed on your PC. This will prevent you from double-clicking to open the EXD file because the OS doesn’t know how to handle it.


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


Microsoft Excel is Out-of-Date

Occasionally, you might have an outdated version of Microsoft Excel installed that's incompatible with your Control Information Cache File type. Installing the latest version of Microsoft Excel from Microsoft Corporation is recommended. The primary cause of this problem is that your Control Information Cache File file was created by a different (newer) version of Microsoft Excel than what's installed.


Tip: Right-clicking on your EXD, then clicking "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac), can provide clues about your file version.


Summary: Not having the right Microsoft Excel version on your computer can cause problems opening EXD files.


Other EXD File Issues

Although you might already have Microsoft Excel or another EXD-associated software installed on your computer, you can still encounter problems opening Control Information Cache File files. Other EXD opening errors can be created by other system problems inside of %%os%%. Additional factors include:

  • EXD file type Registry entries are wrong
  • Deletion of the EXD file description from the Registry by mistake
  • Defective install of a EXD program, such as Microsoft Excel
  • Your EXD file is corrupted (issues with your Control Information Cache File file itself)
  • The EXD is infected with a virus
  • Device drivers of the hardware associated with your EXD file are corrupt or out-of-date
  • Insufficient system resources to successfully open Control Information Cache File files

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