UDF File Type

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UDF File Summary

There are six file types associated with the UDF File Extension, with the most widely-observed being the Universal Disk Format Image File format. According to our database, fifteen distinct software programs (conventionally, 7-Zip developed by Igor Pavlov) will enable you to view these files. Generally, these files are considered Disk Image Files, but they can also be Executable Files or Database Files.

File Extension UDF is supported by Windows, Android, and Linux operating systems. These types of files can be found on both desktop and mobile devices. The main UDF file type has a Popularity Rating of "Low", meaning these files are not frequently present on your typical desktop or mobile device.

Please see the detailed information below to learn more about UDF files and the programs that can open them. In addition, we provide simple troubleshooting information to help you open your UDF file.

Low
Demand
2358
Position

/ 11690

Active

File Status

5

December

2018

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Kinds of UDF Files

  6 known file types use this extension

Leading UDF Type

.UDF
Extension:.udf
File Type:Universal Disk Format Image File

UDF files are created by Optical Storage Technology Association in the Universal Disk Format (UDF), a format used for storing media files on optical media. The UDF format is often used by rewritable optical disks to store data and then allows the users to modify that data afterward.

Created by: Open Source
Kind:Disk Image Files
Key: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.udf

Software Programs That Open The Universal Disk Format Image File:


7-Zip by Igor Pavlov

Windows
Android
Linux

MagicISO by MagicISO Inc.

Windows

Roxio Toast 15 by Roxio

Mac

Nero 2017 by Nero AG

Windows

Roxio Popcorn by Roxio

Mac

PeaZip by Open Source

Windows
Linux

Gilles Vollant WinImage by Gilles Vollant

Windows

Nero Platinum by Nero AG

Windows

Nero Classic by Nero AG

Windows

Other UDF Descriptions

.UDF
Extension:.udf
File Type:Microsoft Excel User Defined Function File

The UDF files are utilized to store user-defined functions in Microsoft Excel, in which the program allows users to create. These files are created by selecting "Module" from the Insert Menu.

Created by: Microsoft Corporation
Kind:Executable Files

Software Programs That Open Microsoft Excel User Defined Function File Files:


Microsoft Excel by Microsoft Corporation

Compatible with:

Windows
Mac
iOS
Android
.UDF
Extension:.udf
File Type:Windows NT/XP Uniqueness Database File

UDF can also mean Uniqueness Database Files (UDFs) and is related to Windows NT/XP. The UDF file has a similar structure to an answer file but the former only has an additional section in which uniqueness IDs are specified and mapped to sections in the UDF.

Created by: Microsoft Corporation
Kind:Database Files

Software Programs That Open Windows NT/XP Uniqueness Database File Files:


Windows NT by Microsoft Corporation

Compatible with:

Windows

Windows XP by Microsoft Corporation

Compatible with:

Windows
.UDF
Extension:.udf
File Type:Uyap Dokuman Editoru Document File

The Turkish document editing software called Uyap Dokuman Editoru uses the UDF file extension as one of its default file types. The software is popularly used by the National Justice Network Project and contains saved documents.

Created by: UYAP
Kind:Text Files

Software Programs That Open Uyap Dokuman Editoru Document File Files:


Uyap Dokuman Toru by UYAP

Compatible with:

Windows
.UDF
Extension:.udf
File Type:SQL User Defined Function Script File

The UDF file extension is also associated with Windows programming and development suite Visual Studio. It contains user-defined function script for the SQL database.

Created by: Microsoft Corporation
Kind:Developer Files

Software Programs That Open SQL User Defined Function Script File Files:


Microsoft Visual Studio by Microsoft Corporation

Compatible with:

Windows
.UDF
Extension:.udf
File Type:PI Expert Document File

The UDF file extension is related to PI Expert Suite, a windows application that manages devices from Power Integrations' IC families. It stores power supply specifications along with the document.

Created by: Power Integrations
Kind:Text Files

Software Programs That Open PI Expert Document File Files:


PI Expert Suite by Power Integrations

Compatible with:

Windows

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UDF Demand


Operating System Rank

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

Browser Hierarchy

Chrome (58.80%)
Firefox (11.05%)
Internet Explorer (9.04%)
Edge (8.46%)
Safari (3.87%)


Understanding UDF Issues


Issues Opening UDF Files

Missing 7-Zip

When you double-click your UDF file, you may see a dialog box from your operating system stating that it "Cannot Open This File Type". When this happens, it is commonly due to 7-Zip missing in %%os%%. The typical path of opening your UDF with a double-click won't work because %%os%% cannot make the program connection.


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


7-Zip Requires Update

In some cases, you might have a newer (or older) version of a Universal Disk Format Image File file that is unsupported by your installed application version. Download the latest 7-Zip version from the Igor Pavlov website to ensure you have the correct one installed. Your Universal Disk Format Image File file was probably created by a newer release of 7-Zip than what's currently installed your computer.


Tip: Investigate your UDF file by right-clicking and selecting "Properties" to find clues on what version you need.


Conclusion: The majority of UDF file opening issues are due to not having the correct 7-Zip version installed.


More Causes of Problems Opening UDFs

You can still experience errors opening UDF files even with the latest version of 7-Zip installed on your PC. There can be other issues - unrelated to software - preventing you from opening UDF files. These other problems include (listed in order from most to least common):

  • Corrupt Windows Registry file path references for UDF
  • Deletion of the UDF file description from the Registry by mistake
  • Partial installation of 7-Zip that did not fully complete
  • File corruption affecting your UDF file
  • Your UDF has adversely impacted by malware
  • Device drivers of the hardware associated with your UDF file are corrupt or out-of-date
  • Windows cannot load your Universal Disk Format Image File file due to insufficient resources (eg. RAM)

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