Opening a CDK File

The CDK file type is primarily associated with ABB Control Builder.

CDK	File extension: CDK
	File type:	configuration file

What is a CDK file?

CDK files mostly belong to ABB Control Builder. CDK files serve distinct roles in specialized fields.
One common use is as an ABB PLC configuration file within ABB Control Builder M Professional. This file holds project data and system parameters for Automation Studio projects. For more details, see ABB Global.
Other versions include:

Neo Geo CD game ROM files that run on NeoGeoCD emulators.

Calamus embroidery files, which sometimes function as chemical design files managed in applications like ChemDraw.

FilExt.com tip: Identify the file’s origin before opening it, and use the corresponding software to view or edit the file.

How can I open a CDK file?

You need a suitable software like ABB Control Builder to open a CDK 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 CDK file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a CDK file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

Online CDK Text Viewer

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Online File Viewer

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Programs that open and convert CDK files:

ABB Control Builder
See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. CDK files are often referred to as ABB Control Builder settings because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
Calamus (Document) by invers Software
Atari-based.
CD Katalog by KRISoftware
Polish site.
OS/2 (Saved SKF Format File) by IBM
This is a floppy disk image. To convert back to floppy disks, find and download the file LDF.COM to get the LOADDSKF.EXE program to unpack files to diskettes. Run LDF from the OS/2 command prompt. A program called LOADDSKF appears in the directory. Type LOADDSKF xxxxx A: to create the new diskette (xxxxx is the file name). The Mime types used with this association are: file/binary. Related links: OS/2 Shareware Web & BBS

Technical Data for CDK File Extension

File classification:

Settings

Related files:

abb, prj, rom, emb, cdx, ckd, cpk, iar, cfg

Mime type:

application/octet-stream

a cdk configuration file is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with CDK files

Associate the CDK file extension with the correct application.
Update your software that should actually open configuration files. Because only the current version supports the latest CDK file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the manufacturer website after an available ABB Control Builder update.
To make sure that your CDK file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
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