VDA Types

Leading VDA Type

.VDA

Extension:	.vda
Class:	Targa Bitmap Image File

This file extension may refer to a raster image formatted in the Targa Truevision format.The VDA file stores image data using 1 to 32 bits per pixel, with 24 bits possible for the RGB data and 8 bits for the alpha (opacity)channel.

Organization:	Microsoft Corporation
Function:	Raster Image Files
Subkey:	HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.vda

Software Programs That Open The Targa Bitmap Image File:

Adobe Illustrator CC by Adobe Systems Incorporated

Windows

Mac

Corel Painter by Corel

Windows

Mac

ACD Systems Canvas by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

Adobe Photoshop Elements by Adobe Systems Incorporated

Windows

Mac

Adobe Photoshop CC by Adobe Systems Incorporated

Windows

Mac

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Understanding VDA Issues

Troubles Opening VDA Files

Adobe Illustrator CC Removed

Double-clicking your VDA file prompts the message "%%os%% Can't Open VDA File". Customarily, this means that Adobe Illustrator CC is not installed on %%os%%. The typical path of opening your VDA with a double-click won't work because %%os%% cannot make the program connection.

Tip: When another VDA application is installed, you can choose to open it by selecting "Show Apps" and using that program.

Incorrect Adobe Illustrator CC Version

In some cases, you might have a newer (or older) version of a Targa Bitmap Image File file that is unsupported by your installed application version. Installing the latest version of Adobe Illustrator CC from Adobe Systems Incorporated is recommended. This problem is predominately due to having a Targa Bitmap Image File file version that was created by a newer version of Adobe Illustrator CC than what you have installed on your PC.

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

Regardless, most of the VDA file opening problems relate to not having the right version of Adobe Illustrator CC installed.

Associated Difficulties Loading VDA Files

Even with the correct version of Adobe Illustrator CC installed, you can still experience difficulties opening VDAs. Other VDA opening errors can be created by other system problems inside of %%os%%. Problems unrelated to software:

• Corrupt Windows Registry file path references for VDA
• Deletion of the VDA file description from the Registry by mistake
• Corrupt install of Adobe Illustrator CC or other VDA-related program
• Your VDA file is corrupted (issues with your Targa Bitmap Image File file itself)
• VDA file integrity has been compromised by malware
• Drivers associated with VDA software need to be updated
• Too many applications are open on your PC to load your Targa Bitmap Image File file successfully