Opening a DR File

The DR file type is primarily associated with CorelDRAW.

DR	File extension: DR
	File type:	vector drawing file

What is a DR file?

DR files mostly belong to CorelDRAW. DR files come in several types. They are not a single format but rather multiple formats used for different purposes:

CorelDRAW Files: Often the file stores a CorelDRAW drawing. This file is a compressed archive (using the ZIP format) that contains vector design data. You can open these with CorelDRAW. More details are available at CorelDRAW.
PDF Documents: Some DR files contain a PDF document produced by Oracle Reports. They can be viewed using Adobe Acrobat Reader or other PDF tools. Visit Oracle for related tools.
Diary App Files: A number of DR files are used by diary applications and store information in JSON format. These can be opened in a text editor or a dedicated diary app.
Backup Recovery Files: A minor group of DR files work as backup recovery files, such as those made by Backup Exec or AppAssure. To use these, you need the corresponding backup software, often associated with companies like Veritas (Veritas).

FilExt.com note: If you have a DR file, identify its source to choose the right application that will let you view and manage its contents.

How do you open DR files?

You need a suitable software like CorelDRAW to open a DR 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 DR file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a DR 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 DR files:

CorelDRAW
See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. DR files are often referred to as CorelDRAW vector images because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
Open Digital Rights Language by ODRL International Advisory Board
The Open Digital Rights Language (ODRL) Initiative is an international effort aimed at developing and promoting an open standard for rights expressions. The identifying characters used for this association are - Hex: 3C.
Sewage Treatment (DRwin. Depuración de aguas residuales) (Project Data File) by Procedimientos-Uno, SL
DRwin is a CAD/CAE product for the design of sewage treatment plants. The DR file contains all project data, from specific geometrical layout to general administrative information. This file format is classified as CAD/CAM. Related links: Pocket PC Viewer for DR File Extension

Technical Data for DR File Extension

File classification:

Vector Image

Identifier:

Hex: 3C (provided by TrID database)

Related files:

cdr, tib, ai, bol, dr2, jdr, dr!, zip, ~dr, f, json, br, gz, rd, der, pdf, bak

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: cta_extension_progid
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Microsoft Picture It! 2002\Pip.exe %1

ProgramID: Microsoft.Picture.It.Document.9
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Microsoft Picture It! 9\pi.exe %1

a dr vector drawing file is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with DR files

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