Opening a DZS File

The DZS file type is primarily associated with Photodex ProShow.

DZSFile Extension DZS
File extension: DZS
File type:  compressed archive file

What is a DZS file?

DZS files mostly belong to Photodex ProShow. DZS files serve different purposes depending on their origin. In one form, they act as DirectorZone slideshow templates and are stored in a ZIP-based archive. They hold settings, media, and layout data used by Photodex ProShow and sometimes supported by CyberLink PowerDirector.
Other instances come as DataZone files, which are compressed diagnostic data files. Such files are often opened with a DZS Viewer that extracts system or application diagnostics.
A further use is with DIgSILENT PowerFactory, where the DZS file is a data file intended for power system analysis. For more detail on these, visit the DIgSILENT website.
Usage tips include:

  • If the file is a slideshow template, attempt opening it with Photodex ProShow or CyberLink PowerDirector.
  • For diagnostic data, use a DZS Viewer or a ZIP utility to inspect its structure.
  • When used with DIgSILENT PowerFactory, run the file in the designated analysis software.

How to open a DZS file

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

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Programs that open and convert DZS files:

  1. Photodex ProShow
    See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. DZS files are often referred to as Photodex ProShow compresseds because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
  2. Character File
  3. Download Accelerator (Skin) by SpeedBit Ltd.
    Download Accelerator is a download accelerator program for Internet Explorer, Netscape, Mozilla, and Opera Web browsers; functions as a media viewer and FTP browser and allows the user to install games; installs a toolbar into the browser (Internet Explorer only); downloads ads to be displayed in the program window. Some security programs will identify this program as adware. Program ID is dzsfile

Technical Data for DZS File Extension

File classification:
Compressed
Related files:
dzt, zip, rar, 7z, tar, cab

The following listing is compiled from the database produced by the 'Associate This!' program, selected data from the main FILExt database and file extension information submitted by users.

ProgramID: dzsfile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\DAP\DAP.EXE DZS:%l

ProgramID: dzsfile
EXEFile: D:\EXTRA_~1\SMALLP~1\DOWNLO~1\DAP\DAP.EXE DZS:%l

ProgramID: dzsfile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\INTERN~1\DAP\DAP.EXE DZS:%l

ProgramID: dzsfile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\DAP Premium\DAP.EXE DZS:%l


a dzs compressed archive file is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with DZS files

  • Associate the DZS file extension with the correct application.
  • Update your software that should actually open compressed archive files. Because only the current version supports the latest DZS file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the manufacturer website after an available Photodex ProShow update.
  • To make sure that your DZS file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
  • Click here to open your .DZS file online - secure, fast, and no downloads needed.
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