SDL File: What is it?

Reporter:   |   Edited: December 05, 2018

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SDL File Summary

Our most recent information indicates that SDL files are associated with five unique file types (the most prevalent being the Service Description Language File format) and can be viewed primarily with Safari, including ten other known software applications (listed below). The majority of SDL files are considered Developer Files, but they can also be Data Files.

Mac, iOS, and Windows operating systems can be used to view SDL files. Both desktop and mobile devices enable you to view and (sometimes) edit these files, depending on the software used. With a Popularity Rating of "Low", these files are not very common to your average computer user.

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

Low
Prevalence
5081
Ranking

/ 11690

Active

Mode

5

December

2018

Amended

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SDL Types

  5 known file types use this extension

Main SDL Affiliation

.SDL
File ID:.sdl
Type:Service Description Language File

An SDL file is a text file used by Microsoft Visual Studio and contains a description of a software's capabilities. It is not commonly used anymore.

Author: Microsoft Corporation
Kind:Developer Files
Location: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.sdl

Software Programs That Open The Service Description Language File:


Safari by Apple

Mac
iOS

Microsoft Visual Studio by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

Internet Explorer by Microsoft Corporation

Windows
Mac

Mozilla Firefox by Mozilla

Windows
Mac
iOS
Android
Linux
Solaris
illumos

Google Chrome by Google

Windows
Mac
iOS
Android
Linux

Microsoft Edge by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

More SDL Files

.SDL
File ID:.sdl
Type:Scene Description Language File

An SDL file is a file format used by various ray tracing, GIS, and mapping programs. It is generally a text file that specifies the elements required to render a scene, such as models, lights, and animations. SDL files are often used for storing maps, 2D and 3D scenes, and other scenes.

Author: Safe Software
Kind:Data Files

Software Programs That Open Scene Description Language File Files:


Infrastructure Map Server by Autodesk, Inc.

Compatible with:

Windows

Alias by Autodesk, Inc.

Compatible with:

Windows
Mac
.SDL
File ID:.sdl
Type:Corel Paradox Script File

An SDL file is a script file associated with Corel Paradox.

Author: Corel
Kind:Developer Files

Software Programs That Open Corel Paradox Script File Files:


Corel Paradox by Corel

Compatible with:

Windows
.SDL
File ID:.sdl
Type:SmartDraw Library File

An SDL file is a library file used by the software graphic tool SmartDraw. It contains symbols or other graphics elements used for creating drawings.

Author: SmartDraw LLC
Kind:Data Files

Software Programs That Open SmartDraw Library File Files:


SmartDraw by SmartDraw LLC

Compatible with:

Windows
Mac
Web
.SDL
File ID:.sdl
Type:Dive Manager Dive Log

An SDL file is a dive log created by the Suunto Dive Manager (SDM).

Author: Suunto
Kind:Data Files

Software Programs That Open Dive Manager Dive Log Files:


Suunto Dive Manager by Suunto

Compatible with:

Windows

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SDL Popularity


Primary OS Ranking

Windows (97.14%)
Macintosh (2.06%)
Linux (0.73%)
Chrome (0.05%)
Other (0.01%)

Mobile Device Share

Samsung (28.86%)
Apple (21.83%)
Huawei (9.25%)
Xiaomi (6.74%)
LG (3.11%)


Troubleshoot SDL Files


Common Problems Opening SDL Files

Safari Removed

When trying to open your SDL file, you get the error "Can't Open SDL File Type". If this is the case, it's usually due to the fact that you do not have Safari for %%os%% installed on your computer. 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: When another SDL application is installed, you can choose to open it by selecting "Show Apps" and using that program.


Outdated Safari

Sometimes your installed version of Safari won't support your Service Description Language File file. Download the latest Safari version from the Apple 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: You can sometimes get hints about the right program version by right-clicking on the SDL file, selecting "Properties", and looking at the version information.


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


Other Causes of SDL File Opening Problems

Even with the correct version of Safari installed, you can still experience difficulties opening SDLs. There can be other issues - unrelated to software - preventing you from opening SDL files. Problems unrelated to software:

  • File references in the Windows Registry for SDL are wrong
  • Unintentional removal of the description of the SDL file inside the Windows Registry
  • Invalid installation of a SDL-associated program (eg. Safari)
  • The SDL itself is corrupted
  • Your SDL is infected with malware
  • Hardware associated with SDL has outdated drivers
  • Too many applications are open on your PC to load your Service Description Language File file successfully

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