DES File - opening and understanding
Did your computer fail to open a DES file? We explain what they are used for and recommend software that we know can open or otherwise handle your .DES files.
What is a DES file?
Files that contain the .des file extension are normally associated with the Pro/DESKTOP CAD software application. The .des files contain 2D or 3D drawings that have been created with the software program.
The DES files can be viewed as transparent, shaded, enhanced or wireframe images. The Pro/DESKTOP program is commonly used by the education sector.
The Delphi software application is also known to use the .des file suffix. These DES files contain description files that are used by the Delphi software. The File Investigator software also uses the .des file extension also uses the .des file extension for descriptor files.
How to open DES files
You will need a program compatible with the specific file you are trying to open, as different programs may use files with file extension DES for different purposes.
While we have not verified the apps ourselves yet, our users have suggested 10 different DES openers which you will find listed below.
Suggest another file format using extension DES
While we know of one file format using the .DES file extension, there may be more. It is widespread that different programs use files with the same file extension for very different types of data. Please let us know if you are aware of a different kind of .DES file.
Various viewers for this file format
These apps are known to open certain types of DES files. Remember, different programs may use DES files for different purposes, so you may need to try out a few of them to be able to open your specific file.
 | QuickBooks | User submitted |
 | Corel Graphics Applications | User submitted |
 | 20-20 Technologies Inc. design | User submitted |
 | 20-20 Technologies Inc. Design system | User submitted |
 | CST DESIGN ENVIRONMENT | User submitted |
 | Pro/DESKTOP | User submitted |
 | Deed Plotter | User submitted |
 | NetDeedPlotter | User submitted |
 | PentaZip | User submitted |
 | The Sprinkler Designer | User submitted |
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