SDA files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: StarOffice Drawing
The SDA file extension is a vector image format associated with Apache OpenOffice and StarOffice. SDA files are vector drawings mainly used in old versions of StarOffice's drawing program. They have ...
General Information
| Title | SDA File Extension |
| Extension | .sda |
| Full Form | StarOffice Drawing |
| File Type | Vector Graphic File |
| Developer | StarDivision |
| MIME Type | application/vnd.stardivision.draw |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store drawings |
| Additional Functions | Vector graphic representation |
| Features | Editable, Scalable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High (vector) |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | Yes |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Technical Drawings | Yes |
| Flowcharts | Yes |
| Organizational Charts | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Macro viruses |
| Best Practices | Scan for malware, Verify source |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Late 1980s |
| Latest Version | Integrated into Apache OpenOffice, LibreOffice |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .sdd, .odg, .otg |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Apache OpenOffice Draw |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 LibreOffice Draw |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
Type 2: StarMoney User Database Archive
StarMoney is developed by Star Finanz, a German company. The application has personal and business versions. Both can create SDA archives to back up databases. To activate archiving, go to Settings ->...
General Information
| Title | SDA File Extension |
| Extension | .sda |
| Full Form | StarMoney User Database Archive |
| File Type | User Database Archive File |
| Developer | Star Finanz GmbH |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store financial data |
| Additional Functions | Data backup, User settings |
| Features | Encrypted, Compressed |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High encryption |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Through software |
Use Cases
| Personal Finance | Yes |
| Business Accounting | Yes |
| Financial Backup | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Data leakage |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, Secure password |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | Varies with software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .hbc, .db |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 StarMoney |
Commercial | Windows |
| StarMoney Business |
Commercial | Windows |