Opening a ~DE File

The ~DE file type is primarily associated with C++.

~DE	File extension: ~DE
	File type:	Project Backup File

What is a ~DE file?

~DE files mostly belong to C++ by Borland Software Corporation. Use our "Online ~DE Text Viewer" below to analyze your ~DE file and to see all text it contains.

How to open ~DE files

You need a suitable software like C++ to open a ~DE file. You need a suitable software like C++ from Borland Software Corporation to open a ~DE file. Without proper software you will receive a Windows message "How do you want to open this file?" or "Windows cannot open this file" or a similar Mac/iPhone/Android alert. If you cannot open your ~DE file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a ~DE file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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Can't Open Your .~DE File? Try These Steps

Because .~DE files originate from various programs, they aren't universally openable.

Identify the Source: Files from legacy developers are often Borland C++ Project Backup Files. Alternatively, they might be temporary backups generated by older text editors.
Check the Header: Inspect the first bytes in a text editor or hex viewer:
- Readable code suggests a plain-text backup.
- "PK" indicates a zipped archive.
- Binary data points to a proprietary project file.
Use the Original Software: The original program is usually required; try Borland C++ Builder, Embarcadero RAD Studio, or ask the sender if uncertain.
Use this Webpage: Drag and drop your file into our viewer to detect its format, extract readable text or metadata, and preview contents.

Technical Data for ~DE File Extension

Related files:

de, obr, tok, bcw

a ~de Project Backup File is a special file format by Borland Software Corporation and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with ~DE files

Associate the ~DE file extension with the correct application.
Update your software that should actually open project backup files. Because only the current version supports the latest ~DE file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the Borland Software Corporation manufacturer website after an available C++ update.
To make sure that your ~DE file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
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