DSD files exist as 3 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: AutoCAD Drawing Set Description File
The AutoCAD Drawing Set Description (DSD) file is a text format used by AutoCAD. It has information on a set of drawings, like names, paths, and settings. The AutoCAD Batch Plot utility creates DSD fi...
General Information
| Title | DSD File Extension |
| Extension | .dsd |
| Full Form | Drawing Set Description File |
| File Type | Configuration File |
| Developer | Autodesk, Inc. |
| MIME Type | application/x-autocad |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store list |
| Additional Functions | Reference drawings, Manage sheet sets |
| Features | Plain text, Organizational tool |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on content |
| Supports Layers | Indirectly |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Architectural Planning | Yes |
| Engineering Drawings | Yes |
| Project Management | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Version control, Regular backups |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Early 2000s |
| Latest Version | Varies with AutoCAD version |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .dwg, .dwt, .dxf, .dst |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 AutoCAD |
Subscription | Windows, Mac |
| AutoCAD LT |
Subscription | Windows, Mac |
Type 2: Diet Studio Data File
The DSD file extension has multiple uses. One use is for Diet Studio Data files. Diet Studio is diet tracking software. The DSD file contains diet plan data and parameters in an XML format. Another us...
General Information
| Title | DSD File Extension |
| Extension | .dsd |
| Full Form | Diet Studio Data File |
| File Type | Data File |
| Developer | Diet Studio |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store dietary data |
| Additional Functions | Track diet plans, Analyze nutrition |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Structured data |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes, with software |
Use Cases
| Nutrition Tracking | Yes |
| Diet Planning | Yes |
| Health Management | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Data manipulation |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Backup |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | Varies with software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .nut, .xml, .txt |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Diet Studio |
Free | Windows |
Type 3: DAZ Studio Object Morph File
General Information
| Title | DSD File Extension |
| Extension | .dsd |
| Full Form | DAZ Studio Object Morph File |
| File Type | 3D Scene File |
| Developer | DAZ 3D |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store morphs |
| Additional Functions | Customize characters, Save deformations |
| Features | Highly detailed, Flexible |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High resolution |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Character Design | Yes |
| Animation | Yes |
| 3D Printing | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Secure storage |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | Depends on DAZ Studio version |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .duf, .dsf |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| DAZ Studio |
Free, Paid options | Windows, Mac |