Types of PSD1 Files

Principal PSD1 Type

.PSD1

Formatting:	.psd1
Category:	Windows PowerShell Data File

A file extension associated with Windows PowerShell, a Windows command line shell. The PSD1 file stores different configuration data for PowerShell module or script.

Created by:	Microsoft Corporation
Group:	Developer Files
Registry Key:	HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.psd1

Software Programs That Open The Windows PowerShell Data File:

Microsoft Windows PowerShell by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

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PSD1 File Complications

Issues Opening PSD1 Files

Microsoft Windows PowerShell Removed

When trying to open your PSD1 file, you get the error "Can't Open PSD1 File Type". When this happens, it is commonly due to Microsoft Windows PowerShell missing in %%os%%. 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 PSD1 file, you can try opening it by selecting the application from the programs listed.

Incorrect Microsoft Windows PowerShell Version

In some cases, you might have a newer (or older) version of a Windows PowerShell Data File file that is unsupported by your installed application version. Download the latest Microsoft Windows PowerShell version from the Microsoft Corporation website to ensure you have the correct one installed. The primary cause of this problem is that your Windows PowerShell Data File file was created by a different (newer) version of Microsoft Windows PowerShell than what's installed.

Tip: You can sometimes get hints about the right program version by right-clicking on the PSD1 file, selecting "Properties", and looking at the version information.

Summary: In either case, the majority of problems opening PSD1 files are related to not having the correct software application installed on your computer.

Associated Difficulties Loading PSD1 Files

Even with the correct version of Microsoft Windows PowerShell installed, you can still experience difficulties opening PSD1s. If you are continuing to have errors with loading PSD1 files, other external issues might be to blame. These other problems include (listed in order from most to least common):

• Invalid PSD1 file references in the Windows Registry (the "phonebook" of the Windows Operating System)
• Mistaken removal of the Windows registry PSD1 description
• Invalid installation of a PSD1-associated program (eg. Microsoft Windows PowerShell)
• File corruption affecting your PSD1 file
• Malware-tainted PSD1 file can't be opened
• Hardware associated with PSD1 has outdated drivers
• Insufficient system resources to successfully open Windows PowerShell Data File files