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DNA File Type

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DNA File Summary

There are five file types associated with the DNA File Extension, with the most widely-observed being the SnapGene DNA File format. According to our database, nine distinct software programs (conventionally, SnapGene developed by GSL Biotech LLC) will enable you to view these files. DNA files are categorized ordinarily as Data Files. Other file types can be Backup Files.

Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems can be used to view DNA files. Both desktop and mobile devices enable you to view and (sometimes) edit these files, depending on the software used. DNA files have a "Low" Popularity Rating; this means that they are not present on most devices.

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

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Types of DNA Files

  5 known file types use this extension

Principal DNA Type

.DNA
File ID:.dna
File Type:SnapGene DNA File

A DNA file is a data file created by DNA data analysis program SnapGene. It stores a DNA sequence and associated XML and binary metadata which also includes information about the the author, a description, comments, and other written information.

Programmer: GSL Biotech LLC
Function:Data Files
Entry: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.dna

Software Programs That Open The SnapGene DNA File:


SnapGene by GSL Biotech LLC

Windows
Mac
Linux

SnapGene Viewer by GSL Biotech LLC

Windows
Mac
Linux

Genome Compiler by Genome Compiler Corporation

Windows
Mac
Web

Additional DNA Files

.DNA
File ID:.dna
File Type:CA Backup And Migration Backup File
.DNA
File ID:.dna
File Type:GenePool DNA File
.DNA
File ID:.dna
File Type:Virtual Woman Digital DNA Data
.DNA
File ID:.dna
File Type:BioPerl DNA Sequence

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Popular OSes

WindowsMacintoshLinuxChromeOtherWindows: 97%Macintosh: 2%Linux: 1%Chrome: 0%Other: 0%
Windows (97.14%)
Macintosh (2.06%)
Linux (0.73%)
Chrome (0.05%)
Other (0.01%)

Browser Rankings

ChromeFirefoxInternet ExplorerEdgeSafariChrome: 64%Firefox: 12%Internet Explorer: 10%Edge: 9%Safari: 4%
Chrome (58.80%)
Firefox (11.05%)
Internet Explorer (9.04%)
Edge (8.46%)
Safari (3.87%)


DNA Troubleshooting


Issues Opening DNA Files

Missing SnapGene

When you double-click your DNA file, you may see a dialog box from your operating system stating that it "Cannot Open This File Type". Customarily, this means that SnapGene is not installed on - . 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 DNA file, you can try opening it by selecting the application from the programs listed.


SnapGene Requires Update

In other instances, your SnapGene DNA File file version may not be supported by your version of SnapGene. Installing the latest version of SnapGene from GSL Biotech LLC is recommended. This problem is predominately due to having a SnapGene DNA File file version that was created by a newer version of SnapGene than what you have installed on your PC.


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


Regardless, most of the DNA file opening problems relate to not having the right version of SnapGene installed.


More Causes of Problems Opening DNAs

Even with the correct version of SnapGene installed, you can still experience difficulties opening DNAs. If you are continuing to have errors with loading DNA files, other external issues might be to blame. These issues include:

  • DNA file type Registry entries are wrong
  • Corruption of the DNA file description inside the Registry
  • SnapGene or another DNA application experienced a flawed installation
  • Your DNA file is corrupted (issues with your SnapGene DNA File file itself)
  • Your DNA is infected with malware
  • DNA-related hardware has device drivers that obsolete
  • Insufficient system resources to successfully open SnapGene DNA File files

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