DES File
What are DES files and how to open them
Are you having problems opening a DES file or are you simply curious about its contents? We're here to explain the properties of these files and provide you with software that can open or handle your DES files.
What is a DES file?
DES files have multiple uses, and 1dir+ Files Descriptions is one of them. Read more about the other uses further down the page.
1dir+ Files Descriptions
We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.
How to open DES files
Important: Different programs may use files with the DES file extension for different purposes, so unless you are sure which format your DES file is, you may need to try a few different programs.
While we have not verified the apps ourselves yet, our users have suggested ten different DES openers which you will find listed below.
Last updated: May 19, 2024
All known file formats using extension .DES
While 1dir+ Files Descriptions is a popular type of DES-file, we know of 5 different uses of the .DES file extension. Different software may use files with the same extension for different types of data.
Canon Design Essentials Template
We know that one DES format is Canon Design Essentials Template. We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.
Corel Designer Graphics File
We know that one DES format is Corel Designer Graphics File. We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.
DES opener for Windows
We have identified 2 DES openers that are compatible with this specific type of DES file.
Corel Designer | Verified | |
CorelCAD | Verified |
GRAFIT Layout File
We know that one DES format is GRAFIT Layout File. We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.
Pro/Desktop Design File
Files that contain the .des file extension are typically 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.
Programs that open these DES files
We have identified one DES opener that is compatible with this specific type of DES file.
Pro/DESKTOP | Verified |
Various apps that use files with this extension
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.
CST Studio Suite | Verified | |
QuickBooks | User submitted | |
CorelDRAW Graphics Suite | User submitted | |
20-20 Technologies Inc. design | User submitted | |
20-20 Technologies Inc. Design system | User submitted |
Deed Plotter | User submitted | |
NetDeedPlotter | User submitted | |
PentaZip | User submitted | |
The Sprinkler Designer | User submitted | |
Connections | User submitted |
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