DRA files exist as 4 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Nuance Dragon Voice Recording File
.DRA is Nuance Dragon Voice Recording File. DRA files are audio files that store audio as dictated by user. Dragon software generates text documents from voice recordings using speech recognition tech...
General Information
| Title | DRA File Extension |
| Extension | .dra |
| Full Form | Dragon Voice Recording File |
| File Type | Audio File |
| Developer | Nuance Communications |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store voice recordings |
| Additional Functions | Speech recognition, Transcription |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | With software |
Use Cases
| Medical Documentation | Yes |
| Legal Transcription | Yes |
| Accessibility | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Data interception |
| Best Practices | Encryption, Access control |
Historical/Version Information
| Introduced With | Dragon NaturallySpeaking |
| Associated Versions | Dragon v12-v15 |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .wav, .mp3, .wma |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Nuance Dragon NaturallySpeaking |
Paid | Windows |
| Nuance Dragon Professional |
Paid | Windows |
| Nuance Dragon Medical |
Paid | Windows |
Type 2: Scriptor Script File
A DRA file contains a script formatted into a screenplay. It includes scene, actor, and prop notations. The Scriptor software is used to format text saved in a document into screenplay format. The for...
General Information
| Title | DRA File Extension |
| Extension | .dra |
| Full Form | Scriptor Script File |
| File Type | Script File |
| Developer | Unknown |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store scripts |
| Additional Functions | Automate tasks |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Text-based |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Automation | Yes |
| Data Processing | Possible |
| Custom Scripts | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Script vulnerabilities |
| Best Practices | Validation, safe execution |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | Unknown |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .bat, .sh, .js |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Scriptor |
Unknown | Unknown |
Type 3: Dolphin PartMaster Drawing File
The .DRA file belongs to CAD Files category used in Windows operating systems. The file is related to Dolphin PartMaster Drawing developed by Dolphin Cad Cam. It is a binary format. It contains numeri...
General Information
| Title | DRA File Extension |
| Extension | .dra |
| Full Form | Dolphin PartMaster Drawing File |
| File Type | CAD Drawing File |
| Developer | Dolphin CAD/CAM Systems |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store 2D drawings |
| Additional Functions | Store design data |
| Features | 2D vector graphics, Layer information |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High precision |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Mechanical Design | Yes |
| Manufacturing | Yes |
| CNC Programming | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, Access control |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Not widely documented |
| Latest Version | Dependent on software updates |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .dwg, .dxf, .cam |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Dolphin PartMaster |
Paid, Trial available | Windows |
Type 4: OrCAD Drawing File
The dra file contains saved schematics for a PCB (printed circuit board). A dra file extension is associated with the OrCAD PCB drawing file format. Use OrCAD PCB to view content of the *.dra files. U...
General Information
| Title | DRA File Extension |
| Extension | .dra |
| Full Form | OrCAD Drawing File |
| File Type | CAD Drawing File |
| Developer | Cadence Design Systems |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store circuit diagrams |
| Additional Functions | Visualization, Printing |
| Features | Schematic capture, Hierarchical design |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High precision |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| PCB Design | Yes |
| Electronic Engineering | Yes |
| Schematic Documentation | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, Version control |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1980s |
| Latest Version | Depends on OrCAD version |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .dsn, .brd, .sch |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| OrCAD Capture |
Commercial | Windows |
 Cadence Allegro |
Commercial | Windows |