What is the SHD File Extension?

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SHD File Summary

Only one known software program, Microsoft Windows developed by Microsoft Corporation, is related to the SHD file extension. In addition, they are categorized under a single primary file type, described as the Windows Print Job Shadow File format. Generally, these files are considered System Files.

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

Interested to learn more about the SHD File Extension? We encourage you to view the detailed file information below to learn about the software that opens SHD files, and other troubleshooting tips.

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Known SHD Files


Principal SHD Type

.SHD
File Name:.shd
Group:Windows Print Job Shadow File

SHD is a file created by Windows when a user submits a print job. It stores header information for a print job, but does not store the actual spooled document data.

Created by: Microsoft Corporation
Kind:System Files
Subkey: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.shd

Software Programs That Open The Windows Print Job Shadow File:


Microsoft Windows by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

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SHD File Popularity


Leading Operating Systems

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


SHD File Complications


Typical SHD Opening Challenges

Microsoft Windows is Not Installed

When you double-click your SHD file, you may see a dialog box from your operating system stating that it "Cannot Open This File Type". If so, it typically means that you don't have Microsoft Windows installed for %%os%%. You won't be able to double-click to open your SHD because your OS doesn't know what to do with it.


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


Obsolete Version of Microsoft Windows

Sometimes your installed version of Microsoft Windows won't support your Windows Print Job Shadow File file. Visit the Microsoft Corporation website to download (or purchase) the latest version of Microsoft Windows. Most of the time your Windows Print Job Shadow File file was created by a newer Microsoft Windows than what you have installed.


Tip: Sometimes you can get a clue about the version of SHD file you have by right clicking on the file, then clicking on "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac OSX).


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


Additional SHD Opening Issues

Even with the correct version of Microsoft Windows installed, you can still experience difficulties opening SHDs. If you're still experiencing problems opening SHD files, there could be other computer problems. Issues that aren't software-related:

  • SHD file references in the Windows Registry are broken
  • Mistaken removal of the Windows registry SHD description
  • Corrupt install of Microsoft Windows or other SHD-related program
  • Your SHD file is corrupted (issues with your Windows Print Job Shadow File file itself)
  • Your SHD is infected with malware
  • Device drivers for SHD-related hardware are out-of-date
  • Your PC doesn’t have enough available resources to open the Windows Print Job Shadow File file

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