.SDR File Extension

SDR files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.

Type 1: Dell Support File

The dell.sdr file contains system information for Dell technical support. It is located in the C:\ directory of Dell computers. The file should not be manually edited or deleted. Doing so may cause De...

General Information

Title SDR File Extension
Extension .sdr
Full Form Dell Support File
File Type Miscellaneous File
Developer Dell
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Support resources
Additional Functions Firmware updates, Driver installation

File Characteristics

Quality Proprietary format
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable No

Use Cases

Device Support Yes
System Updates Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Spoofing, Tampering
Best Practices Official sources, Secure transmission

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release N/A
Latest Version Varies by device

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .exe, .bin

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Dell SupportAssist Free Windows
Dell Update Free Windows

Type 2: SmartDraw Drawing

General Information

Title SDR File Extension
Extension .sdr
Full Form SmartDraw Drawing File
File Type Vector Graphics File
Developer SmartDraw, LLC
MIME Type application/smartdraw

File Function

Primary Function Store diagrams
Additional Functions Preserve layout, Vector graphics

File Characteristics

Quality High
Supports Layers Yes
Supports Transparency No
Editable Yes

Use Cases

Business Diagrams Yes
Flowcharts Yes
Landscaping Yes
Floor Plans Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Low
Best Practices Regular updates

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release 1994
Major Releases Annual

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .vsdx, .vdx, .svg

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
SmartDraw Subscription Windows, Web-based